Dairy-Free Soft Pretzel Nuggets

Satisfy your snack cravings with these irresistibly soft and chewy Dairy-Free Soft Pretzel Nuggets, a perfect homemade alternative to traditional pretzel bites. Crafted with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, olive oil, and a touch of sea salt, these bite-sized nuggets are completely dairy-free yet bursting with flavor. The unique step of boiling the dough in a baking soda bath guarantees that signature golden crust, while the simple ingredients keep the recipe wholesome and approachable. Ready in just over an hour and baking to perfection in minutes, these pretzel nuggets are ideal for game days, movie nights, or whenever you need a quick and comforting treat. Sprinkle them with coarse salt or customize with your favorite toppings—serve warm for a snack that will delight everyone, dairy-free or not!

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups warm water
• 1 packet active dry yeast
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.67 cup baking soda
• 10 cups water
• 0 to taste coarse sea salt

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the warm water, active dry yeast, and granulated sugar. Stir lightly and let it sit for about 5 minutes until the mixture becomes frothy.

Step 2

Add the salt and olive oil to the yeast mixture, then gradually add the all-purpose flour, one cup at a time. Stir with a spoon or use a dough hook on a stand mixer until the dough starts to come together.

Step 3

Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5 minutes until it is smooth and elastic. Shape it into a ball and place it in a bowl lightly coated with olive oil. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel.

Step 4

Allow the dough to rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.

Step 5

Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.

Step 6

In a large pot, bring the 10 cups of water and baking soda to a boil.

Step 7

Punch down the risen dough and divide it into 6 equal portions. Roll each portion into a 12-inch rope using your hands.

Step 8

Cut each rope into 1-inch pieces to form the nuggets.

Step 9

Carefully drop the pretzel nuggets into the boiling baking soda water, a few at a time, for about 30 seconds. Remove with a slotted spoon and place onto the prepared baking sheets.

Step 10

Sprinkle the tops of the pretzel nuggets with coarse sea salt.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for about 8-10 minutes or until the pretzels are golden brown.

Step 12

Remove from the oven and allow them to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your dairy-free soft pretzel nuggets warm!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3446.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2067.8

Total Fat 33.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 44873.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 381.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.5g	0%
Total Sugars 13.5g
Protein 52.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 211.6mg	0%
Iron 22.7mg	0%
Potassium 655.8mg	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: 14.6%

Protein: 10.3%

Carbs: 75.1%