Low Fat Laugenbrezel

Transform your snack game with this irresistible recipe for Low Fat Laugenbrezel, a healthier spin on the classic German pretzel! Made with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, active dry yeast, and coarse sea salt, these pretzels are delightfully soft on the inside and beautifully golden on the outside. The secret lies in the baking soda bath, which gives them their distinctive texture and deep flavor without the need for butter or heavy fats. Perfect as a guilt-free snack, appetizer, or side, these low-fat pretzels come together in just under an hour, making them a quick and satisfying treat. Pair them with mustard, hummus, or enjoy them solo for an authentic taste of Bavaria in every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 500 g All-purpose flour
• 1 packet Active dry yeast
• 250 ml Warm water
• 1 tsp Salt
• 3 tbsp Baking soda
• 1 liter Water for soda solution
• 1 Egg white
• 1 tbsp Coarse sea salt

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine warm water and yeast. Stir gently and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it starts to foam.

Step 2

Add flour and salt to the yeast mixture and mix well until a dough forms. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.

Step 3

Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 30 minutes or until doubled in size.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a long rope, then shape each rope into a pretzel shape.

Step 6

In a large saucepan, bring 1 liter of water and 3 tablespoons of baking soda to a simmer over medium-low heat.

Step 7

Using a slotted spoon, carefully dip each pretzel into the simmering baking soda solution for about 20-30 seconds, ensuring it is fully immersed.

Step 8

Place the dipped pretzels on the prepared baking sheets.

Step 9

Beat the egg white with a teaspoon of water until frothy. Brush each pretzel with the egg wash and sprinkle with coarse sea salt.

Step 10

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

Step 11

Allow the Laugenbrezels to cool slightly on a wire rack before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1856.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1858.2

Total Fat 5.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 19577.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 385.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.0g	0%
Total Sugars 1.3g
Protein 57.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 72.3mg	0%
Iron 23.5mg	0%
Potassium 730.8mg	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: 2.6%

Protein: 12.7%

Carbs: 84.7%