Whole30 Authentic German Pretzels
Discover the delightful fusion of tradition and wellness with these Whole30 Authentic German Pretzels. Crafted from grain-free flours like almond, tapioca, and coconut, these golden-brown pretzels are a wholesome alternative to the classic snack, perfect for those following a Whole30 lifestyle. Featuring a unique dough-boiling technique with baking soda, these pretzels achieve that signature chewy texture and glossy finish, while the final sprinkle of sea salt adds a savory kick. With only 45 minutes from start to finish, these pretzels are soft, flavorful, and irresistibly fresh—a great addition to any clean-eating menu or family gathering.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups almond flour
- 1.5 cups tapioca starch
- 0.5 cups coconut flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1.25 cups warm water
- 1 large egg
- 1 egg yolk
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
- 0.33 cup baking soda (for boiling)
- 4 cups boiling water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, whisk together the almond flour, tapioca starch, coconut flour, baking soda, and sea salt until well combined.
In a separate bowl, mix the apple cider vinegar, warm water, 1 egg, and avocado oil. Whisk until a consistent mixture is achieved.
Slowly add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until a dough forms. The dough should be smooth and slightly sticky.
Divide the dough into eight equal portions. Roll each portion into a long rope, around 18 inches in length. Shape each rope into a pretzel by forming a U-shape and twisting the ends over each other.
In a medium saucepan, bring the 4 cups of water to a boil. Add the 0.33 cup of baking soda to the boiling water.
Gently place each pretzel into the boiling water for about 30 seconds. Use a slotted spoon to remove them and place each one on the prepared baking sheet.
Brush the pretzels with the beaten egg yolk to give them a golden brown color after baking.
Sprinkle additional sea salt over the top of the pretzels, if desired.
Bake the pretzels in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until they turn golden brown.
Remove the pretzels from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack for a few minutes before serving.
Enjoy your Whole30 compliant German pretzels fresh from the oven!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3369 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 168.3 g | 216% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.5 g | 123% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 404 mg | 135% | |
| Sodium | 217217 mg | 9444% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 423.9 g | 154% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 53.4 g | 191% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.0 g | ||
| Protein | 73.0 g | 146% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.8 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 652 mg | 50% | |
| Iron | 19.1 mg | 106% | |
| Potassium | 536 mg | 11% | |
*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.
