Dairy-Free Pfefferbrezel

Elevate your snack game with these Dairy-Free Pfefferbrezeln, a flavorful twist on the classic German soft pretzel! This recipe combines a perfectly chewy dough with bold cracked black pepper, fiery chili flakes, and a sprinkle of coarse sea salt for a spicy kick that's irresistibly addictive. Made completely dairy-free with the richness of olive oil, these pretzels feature an authentic boil-and-bake technique for that signature golden crust. Perfect as a savory snack or a party appetizer, these Pfefferbrezeln are sure to impress. Best served warm, straight from the oven, they pair wonderfully with mustard or your favorite dips. Try this quick and easy recipe to bring a taste of Germany with a spicy twist to your table!

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 500 grams All-purpose flour
• 250 milliliters Warm water
• 2.25 teaspoons Instant yeast
• 2 teaspoons Salt
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 2 tablespoons Cracked black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Chili flakes
• 3 tablespoons Baking soda
• 2 liters Water (for boiling)
• 2 tablespoons Coarse sea salt

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, instant yeast, sugar, and salt.

Step 2

Add the warm water and olive oil to the dry ingredients, stirring until the dough begins to form.

Step 3

Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 6

In a large pot, bring 2 liters of water to a boil and add the baking soda.

Step 7

Punch down the risen dough and divide it into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a rope about 45 cm (18 inches) long.

Step 8

Shape each rope into a traditional pretzel shape by forming a 'U', crossing the ends over each other, and pressing them onto the bottom of the 'U'.

Step 9

Carefully dip each pretzel into the boiling water for about 30 seconds, then place them on a prepared baking sheet.

Step 10

Sprinkle the pretzels generously with cracked black pepper, chili flakes, and coarse sea salt.

Step 11

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

Step 12

Remove from the oven and allow them to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your spicy and dairy-free Pfefferbrezel!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2891.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2157.6

Total Fat 34.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 27705.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 398.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.7g	0%
Total Sugars 5.6g
Protein 56.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 145.3mg	0%
Iron 27.1mg	0%
Potassium 818.5mg	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: 14.4%

Protein: 10.6%

Carbs: 75.0%