Low Fat Pretzel Bread

Transform your bread-baking game with this irresistible Low Fat Pretzel Bread recipe! Perfectly golden and chewy, this healthier version of classic pretzel bread swaps traditional butter for unsweetened applesauce, keeping it low in fat without sacrificing flavor. A touch of honey adds subtle natural sweetness, while a quick baking soda water bath gives the signature pretzel crust. With only 20 minutes of prep time, these soft, salty loaves are as easy to make as they are to devour. Serve them warm with soups, sandwiches, or enjoy as a snack—your taste buds will thank you!

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1.25 cups Warm water
• 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 3.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 cup Unsweetened applesauce
• 0.33 cup Baking soda
• 5 cups Water
• 1 tablespoon Coarse sea salt

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine 1.25 cups of warm water, active dry yeast, and honey. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.

Step 2

Add the all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon salt, and unsweetened applesauce to the yeast mixture. Mix until a dough forms.

Step 3

Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

Step 4

Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover it with a clean towel, and let it rise in a warm spot until doubled in size, about 1 hour.

Step 5

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 6

In a large pot, bring 5 cups of water to a boil. Slowly add the baking soda, taking care as it may bubble up.

Step 7

Divide the dough into two equal portions and shape each into a tight round loaf.

Step 8

Place each loaf in the boiling baking soda water one at a time for 30 seconds on each side. Remove with a slotted spoon and place on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 9

Sprinkle the loaves with coarse sea salt.

Step 10

Using a sharp knife, carefully score an ‘X’ on top of each loaf.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the pretzel bread is deeply browned and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.

Step 12

Let cool on a wire rack before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2124.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1703.8

Total Fat 4.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 28172.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 364.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.5g	0%
Total Sugars 41.1g
Protein 46.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 135.6mg	0%
Iron 20.1mg	0%
Potassium 660.3mg	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: 2.4%

Protein: 11.0%

Carbs: 86.6%