Sugar-Free Soft Pretzel Nuggets

Indulge in the wholesome, guilt-free goodness of Sugar-Free Soft Pretzel Nuggets—perfectly golden, bite-sized snacks that are as nutritious as they are delicious! Made with a blend of whole wheat and all-purpose flours, these tender pretzel nuggets skip the sugar without sacrificing flavor. A quick bath in a baking soda mixture gives them that signature pretzel chew and irresistible crust, while a sprinkle of coarse sea salt enhances every bite. With just an hour of prep and a short bake, they’re easy to whip up for a healthy snack, game-day appetizer, or lunchbox treat. Enjoy them warm and fresh from the oven for a comforting, homemade twist on this classic favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:60 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Warm water
• 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
• 2 cups Whole wheat flour
• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Baking soda
• 4 cups Water
• 1 tablespoon Coarse sea salt

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm water (1.5 cups) and active dry yeast (2.25 teaspoons). Allow the mixture to sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes foamy.

Step 2

Add the salt (1 teaspoon) and melted unsalted butter (2 tablespoons) to the yeast mixture and stir to combine.

Step 3

Gradually add whole wheat flour (2 cups) and all-purpose flour (2 cups) to the yeast mixture, stirring until a dough begins to form.

Step 4

Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Preheat your oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit (230 degrees Celsius). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 7

Once the dough has risen, punch it down to release the air and transfer it back to the floured surface. Divide the dough into 8 equal portions.

Step 8

Roll each portion into a long rope, about 12-15 inches long, and cut each rope into 1-inch nuggets.

Step 9

In a large pan, bring 4 cups of water mixed with 0.5 cup of baking soda to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium.

Step 10

Add the pretzel nuggets to the simmering baking soda bath in small batches, cooking for about 20-30 seconds. Remove with a slotted spoon and place on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 11

Sprinkle the tops of the pretzel nuggets with coarse sea salt (1 tablespoon).

Step 12

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the pretzel nuggets turn golden brown.

Step 13

Remove from the oven, allow them to cool slightly on a rack, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1966.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1912.9

Total Fat 30.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 62mg	0%
Sodium 38446.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 359.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 37.1g	0%
Total Sugars 1.7g
Protein 59.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 180.3mg	0%
Iron 20.6mg	0%
Potassium 1378.0mg	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: 13.9%

Protein: 12.3%

Carbs: 73.8%