Sweet Potato Pretzels

Transform your snack game with these homemade Sweet Potato Pretzels—soft, golden, and uniquely flavorful. This delightful recipe infuses classic pretzels with the natural sweetness and vibrant color of mashed sweet potato, creating a savory-sweet twist that's both nutritious and delicious. The dough is easy to work with and gets its signature chewy texture from a quick baking soda bath before baking to perfection. Topped with a sprinkle of salt or your favorite seasoning, these pretzels are perfect for any occasion, whether as a snack, appetizer, or party treat. Serve them warm with your favorite dips for an irresistible, crowd-pleasing bite. Perfect for bread lovers and pretzel enthusiasts alike, these Sweet Potato Pretzels combine wholesome ingredients, straightforward preparation, and a touch of creativity.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup Sweet potato (mashed)
• 3 cups All-purpose flour
• 2.25 teaspoons Instant yeast
• 0.75 cups Warm water
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoons Salt (for dough)
• 1 tablespoons Salt (for sprinkling)
• 0.25 cups Baking soda
• 4 cups Water (for baking soda bath)
• 1 unit Egg (beaten)

Directions

Step 1

Peel and cube one medium sweet potato, steam or boil until tender, then mash until smooth. Measure out 1 cup of mashed sweet potato and set aside to cool.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm water, instant yeast, and brown sugar. Stir gently and let sit for 5 minutes until the mixture becomes foamy.

Step 3

Add the mashed sweet potato, salt, and 2 cups of all-purpose flour to the yeast mixture. Stir until combined.

Step 4

Gradually add the remaining flour, 1/4 cup at a time, kneading in the bowl until a soft dough forms. The dough should be slightly tacky but not sticky.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm spot for about 45 minutes or until doubled in size.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Punch down the risen dough and divide it into 8 equal portions. Roll each portion into a rope about 18 inches long and shape into a pretzel by creating a U-shape, then crossing the ends over each other and pressing them down onto the bottom of the U.

Step 9

Bring 4 cups of water to a simmer in a large pot and stir in the baking soda. Gently place each pretzel into the baking soda bath for 20-30 seconds, then transfer to the prepared baking sheets.

Step 10

Brush the pretzels with the beaten egg to give them a shiny finish. Sprinkle with salt or your choice of toppings.

Step 11

Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.

Step 12

Let the pretzels cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm with your favorite dips or on their own!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1888.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1681.6

Total Fat 9.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 186mg	0%
Sodium 24089.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 344.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.9g	0%
Total Sugars 33.5g
Protein 50.9g	0%

Vitamin D 40IU	0%
Calcium 184.3mg	0%
Iron 19.9mg	0%
Potassium 1084.9mg	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: 5.0%

Protein: 12.2%

Carbs: 82.8%