Low Fat Cheese Pretzel
Indulge in guilt-free snacking with these homemade Low Fat Cheese Pretzels—soft, chewy, and bursting with flavor despite their lighter twist. Perfect for health-conscious foodies, these pretzels combine the rich tang of grated low-fat cheddar with a golden, egg-white finish for an irresistible balance of taste and texture. The slow rise and signature baking soda bath give these pretzels their quintessential crisp crust and fluffy interior, while low-fat milk and reduced-fat cheese keep calories in check without compromising decadence. Whether you’re looking for a savory snack, an appetizer for guests, or a wholesome treat to satisfy your cravings, these Low Fat Cheese Pretzels deliver on every front. Get ready to bake up smiles with this easy, crowd-pleasing recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 packet Active dry yeast
- 1 cup Warm water
- 0.5 cup Low-fat milk
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Sugar
- 1 Egg white
- 0.75 cup Grated low-fat cheese (such as low-fat cheddar)
- 0.5 cup Baking soda
- 4 cups Water (for baking soda bath)
- Cooking spray
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water and sugar, stirring to dissolve. Sprinkle the yeast on top and let it sit for about 5 minutes, or until foamy.
Add the salt and low-fat milk to the yeast mixture, then slowly incorporate the flour, half a cup at a time, until a dough begins to form.
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes, until smooth and elastic. If dough is sticky, add a little more flour as needed.
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a clean cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Lightly spray the parchment with cooking spray.
In a large saucepan, bring the 4 cups of water to a boil and add the baking soda. Reduce the heat to a simmer.
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 8 equal portions. Roll each portion into a long rope, about 20 inches in length.
Shape each rope into a pretzel and gently place each one in the simmering baking soda bath for 30 seconds. Carefully remove with a slotted spoon and place onto the prepared baking sheet.
Brush each pretzel with beaten egg white and sprinkle with grated low-fat cheese.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes, or until the pretzels are golden brown.
Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly on a wire rack before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1483 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.5 g | 17% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.5 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 40 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 33300 mg | 1448% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 253.5 g | 92% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.6 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.0 g | ||
| Protein | 68.2 g | 136% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 795 mg | 61% | |
| Iron | 14.6 mg | 81% | |
| Potassium | 607 mg | 13% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
