Dairy-Free Authentic German Pretzels

Experience the rich tradition of Bavarian baking with these Dairy-Free Authentic German Pretzels, a recipe designed to bring the charm of Oktoberfest right to your kitchen—without the dairy! Crafted with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, olive oil, and active dry yeast, these pretzels boast a golden-brown, chewy exterior and a soft, flavorful interior. The secret to their authentic texture lies in a quick bath in baking soda-infused boiling water before baking, which creates their distinctive crust. Perfectly sprinkled with coarse sea salt, these pretzels are ideal as a snack, appetizer, or pairing with your favorite dairy-free dips. Ready in under two hours and yielding eight beautifully twisted treats, they’re a must-try for anyone seeking a plant-based twist on a beloved German classic.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 500 grams all-purpose flour
• 7 grams active dry yeast
• 250 milliliters warm water
• 1 tablespoon cane sugar
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 100 grams baking soda
• 2000 milliliters water for boiling (not included in water above)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 teaspoons coarse sea salt

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine the warm water and sugar. Sprinkle the yeast over the top and let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes frothy.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the yeast mixture and olive oil.

Step 3

Mix the ingredients together until a dough begins to form, then knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 8-10 minutes, or until the dough is smooth and elastic.

Step 4

Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until it doubles in size.

Step 5

Preheat your oven to 220°C (428°F). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 6

Bring 2 liters of water to a boil in a large pot. Carefully add the baking soda to the boiling water (it will bubble up).

Step 7

Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 8 equal pieces.

Step 8

Roll each piece into a long rope, about 50-60 cm, and shape each rope into a pretzel by forming a U shape, twisting the ends, and folding them back towards the bottom of the U.

Step 9

Using a slotted spoon, carefully dip each pretzel into the boiling baking soda water for about 30 seconds. Remove and let any excess water drip off before placing them on the prepared baking sheets.

Step 10

Sprinkle the pretzels with coarse sea salt to taste before baking.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the pretzels are deep golden brown.

Step 12

Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack. Serve warm or store in an airtight container for up to two days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2952.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2141.8

Total Fat 33.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 35982.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 396.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.0g	0%
Total Sugars 13.7g
Protein 54.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 70.4mg	0%
Iron 23.7mg	0%
Potassium 677.5mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 14.2%

Protein: 10.3%

Carbs: 75.5%