Vegan Authentic German Pretzels
Experience the irresistible charm of **Vegan Authentic German Pretzels**, a plant-based twist on the classic Bavarian snack. These golden-brown pretzels boast a soft, chewy interior and a perfectly crisp crust, thanks to a traditional baking soda bath that creates their signature texture. Made with simple ingredients like all-purpose flour, olive oil, and instant yeast, this easy-to-follow recipe ensures the authentic flavor of pretzels without the need for animal products. Ideal for snack time or as a side dish, these pretzels are finished with a sprinkle of coarse salt for the ultimate savory delight. Whether you’re hosting Oktoberfest at home or looking for a wholesome vegan treat, these pretzels will transport your taste buds straight to Germany.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams All-purpose flour
- 7 grams Instant yeast
- 2 tablespoons Sugar
- 300 milliliters Warm water
- 2 teaspoons Salt
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 100 grams Baking soda
- 2 tablespoons Coarse salt
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, instant yeast, and sugar. Stir to mix the dry ingredients evenly.
Add warm water and olive oil to the dry mixture. Use a wooden spoon to stir until a dough starts to form.
Sprinkle the surface with a little flour and knead the dough for about 8-10 minutes until it is smooth and elastic.
Place the dough into a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Preheat your oven to 200°C (392°F) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Once the dough has risen, punch it down gently to release air and divide it into 8 equal parts.
Roll each piece of dough into a long rope, about 50 cm in length. Form each rope into a U shape, cross the ends over each other, and press the tips down towards the bottom of the U to form a classic pretzel shape.
In a large pot, bring 2 liters of water to a boil, then add the baking soda carefully. Stir to ensure it's dissolved.
Using a slotted spatula, gently lower each pretzel into the boiling baking soda water for about 20-30 seconds. This helps achieve the traditional pretzel crust. Remove with the spatula and place on the prepared baking sheets.
Sprinkle each pretzel with coarse salt while they are still damp from the baking soda bath.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes, or until they are dark brown.
Remove the pretzels from the oven and let them cool slightly on a wire rack before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2194 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.3 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.1 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 45347 mg | 1972% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 409.7 g | 149% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.6 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.2 g | ||
| Protein | 54.6 g | 109% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 72 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 23.8 mg | 132% | |
| Potassium | 616 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.
