Dairy-Free Bavarian Soft Pretzels

Satisfy your cravings for classic soft pretzels with this Dairy-Free Bavarian Soft Pretzels recipe—perfectly crisp on the outside, pillowy soft on the inside, and completely free of dairy! Made with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, brown sugar, and yeast, this recipe features an easy baking soda bath to achieve that signature golden crust. Ideal for any occasion, these pretzels are finished with a sprinkle of coarse sea salt for the authentic Bavarian touch. Whether served warm as a snack, dipped in mustard, or paired with a favorite dairy-free cheese sauce, these homemade pretzels are irresistibly delicious. Ready in just over an hour, they’re proof that indulgence can still meet dietary needs. Perfect for vegan, lactose-free, and dairy-free diets, this recipe delivers all the flavor and texture you love—without compromise!

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 4 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 packet Active dry yeast
• 1.5 cups Warm water (about 110°F)
• 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
• 1.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 cups Baking soda
• 8 cups Water (for boiling)
• 2 tablespoons Coarse sea salt
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil (for greasing the bowl)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, dissolve 1 tablespoon of brown sugar in 1.5 cups of warm water. Add the yeast and allow it to sit for about 5 minutes or until it becomes frothy.

Step 2

Stir in the salt and 3 cups of the flour until the mixture starts to come together.

Step 3

Gradually add the remaining flour, 1/4 cup at a time, mixing until the dough is no longer sticky and forms a ball.

Step 4

Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.

Step 5

Lightly coat a large bowl with olive oil, place the dough in the bowl, and cover it with a clean kitchen towel. Allow the dough to rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.

Step 6

Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 7

In a large pot, bring 8 cups of water to a boil and carefully stir in the baking soda. Once the baking soda is added, reduce the heat to maintain a gentle simmer.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Roll each piece into a 24-inch rope, shape into a U, twist the ends together, and fold back over to form a pretzel shape.

Step 10

Gently place the pretzels, one at a time, into the simmering baking soda water for about 30 seconds. Use a slotted spoon to remove and drain them on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 11

Sprinkle each pretzel with coarse sea salt.

Step 12

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

Step 13

Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2937.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1917.2

Total Fat 18.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 44820.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 377.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.5g	0%
Total Sugars 9.8g
Protein 52.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 74.8mg	0%
Iron 22.6mg	0%
Potassium 667.5mg	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: 8.8%

Protein: 11.1%

Carbs: 80.1%