Low Sodium Bavarian Pretzel

Indulge in the soft, chewy goodness of traditional pretzels with this Low Sodium Bavarian Pretzel recipe—a heart-friendly twist on the classic snack. Crafted with simple ingredients like all-purpose flour, melted unsalted butter, and a touch of sugar, these golden-brown pretzels are proofed to perfection for a fluffy texture. A quick dip in a baking soda bath gives them their signature flavor and deep caramel color, while an optional light sprinkle of coarse salt keeps the sodium in check without sacrificing taste. Perfect for game day, cozy movie nights, or an afternoon snack, these low-sodium pretzels are proof that comfort food can also be wholesome. Serve warm with your favorite salt-free dips for a truly satisfying treat.

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:60 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 4 cups All-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups Warm water (100-110°F)
• 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
• 2.25 teaspoons Instant yeast
• 0.67 cup Baking soda
• 1 tablespoon Sugar
• 10 cups Water
• 0 for sprinkling Coarse salt (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm water and sugar, then sprinkle the instant yeast over the top. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes foamy.

Step 2

Add the melted unsalted butter to the yeast mixture.

Step 3

Gradually add the all-purpose flour, one cup at a time, mixing with a dough hook attachment on low speed until the dough pulls away from the side of the bowl.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 50 minutes or until doubled in size.

Step 6

Preheat the oven to 450°F (232°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces and roll each piece into a 24-inch rope. Form each rope into a U-shape, twist the ends together, and fold back to the bottom of the U to form the pretzel shape.

Step 9

Boil each pretzel for 30 seconds in the baking soda solution, one at a time, and then remove with a slotted spatula. Place each pretzel on the prepared baking sheets.

Step 10

If desired, sprinkle the pretzels with a small amount of coarse salt.

Step 11

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

Step 12

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3455.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2124.7

Total Fat 39.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 22.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 93mg	0%
Sodium 42776.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 381.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.1g	0%
Total Sugars 13.6g
Protein 52.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 221.4mg	0%
Iron 22.7mg	0%
Potassium 602.8mg	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: 17.0%

Protein: 10.1%

Carbs: 72.9%