Low Fat Butterbrezel

Discover the magic of homemade pretzels with this guilt-free twist on a classic German favorite—Low Fat Butterbrezel! This recipe features soft, golden-brown pretzels brushed with a light layer of low-fat spread for all the buttery richness you crave, without the added calories. Perfectly chewy on the inside with a signature crisp exterior, these pretzels are boiled in a traditional baking soda bath for that authentic texture and iconic deep brown color. Sprinkled with coarse sea salt, they make a satisfying snack or bread side dish that's both low in fat and big on flavor. Ready in just under an hour and a half, with only 30 minutes of hands-on prep, this recipe yields 8 perfectly portioned pretzels to share (or not!). Whether you're serving them fresh from the oven or as a make-ahead treat, these Low Fat Butterbrezels are a deliciously lighter way to indulge in a beloved bakery classic.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 500 grams All-purpose flour
• 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
• 300 milliliters Warm water
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 50 grams Baking soda
• 50 grams Low-fat spread
• 2 tablespoons Coarse sea salt or pretzel salt

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Allow it to sit for 5-10 minutes until bubbly and foamy, indicating that the yeast is active.

Step 2

Add the all-purpose flour and teaspoon of salt to the yeast mixture. Mix until a dough begins to form.

Step 3

Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.

Step 4

Place the dough in a clean bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm area for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.

Step 5

Preheat your oven to 220°C (430°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Roll each piece of dough into a long rope, approximately 60 cm long, and shape into a pretzel by forming a U-shape, twisting the ends, and pressing them down onto the curve of the U.

Step 8

Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add the baking soda. Carefully dip each pretzel into the boiling baking soda solution for 30 seconds, then remove with a slotted spoon and place onto the prepared baking sheet.

Step 9

Brush each pretzel with the low-fat spread and sprinkle with coarse sea salt or pretzel salt.

Step 10

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

Step 11

Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack. Serve warm and enjoy your low-fat Butterbrezel!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(951.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2008.1

Total Fat 20.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 27884.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 388.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.0g	0%
Total Sugars 5.3g
Protein 54.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 70.1mg	0%
Iron 23.5mg	0%
Potassium 678.8mg	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: 9.3%

Protein: 11.1%

Carbs: 79.6%