Vegan Auntie Anne's Hotdog Bites

Indulge in the savory nostalgia of classic mall snacks with these delightful Vegan Auntie Anne's Hotdog Bites! This plant-based twist on the iconic pretzel-wrapped hot dogs features soft, golden-brown pretzel dough perfectly hugging bite-sized pieces of vegan hot dogs. The dough is lightly boiled in a baking soda bath for that signature chewy texture and topped with coarse sea salt for an irresistible finish. Perfect for parties, game day, or anytime you're craving a portable, snackable treat, these vegan pretzel bites are quick to prepare in just under an hour and bake to golden perfection. Whether served with mustard, vegan cheese sauce, or as-is, these tasty bites are sure to impress any crowd.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 40

Ingredients

• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 2.25 teaspoons instant yeast
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1.5 cups warm water
• 3 tablespoons vegan butter, melted
• 10 vegan hot dogs
• 0.67 cup baking soda
• 8 cups water (for boiling)
• 1 tablespoon coarse sea salt
• 1 tablespoon neutral oil (for greasing)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, instant yeast, granulated sugar, and salt.

Step 2

Create a well in the center and add the warm water and melted vegan butter. Stir until the dough begins to come together.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Form the dough into a ball, place it in a lightly greased bowl, and cover with a clean kitchen towel. Allow it to rest for 15 minutes.

Step 5

While the dough is resting, cut each vegan hot dog into four equal pieces.

Step 6

Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 7

Once the dough has rested, divide it into 10 equal portions. Roll each portion into a long, thin rope.

Step 8

Cut each dough rope into 4-5 inch segments, depending on the size of the hot dog pieces.

Step 9

Wrap each hot dog piece with a segment of dough. Make sure the ends are securely pinched.

Step 10

In a large pot, bring the 8 cups of water to a boil and add the baking soda. Stir to dissolve.

Step 11

Carefully drop 4-5 wrapped hot dog bites at a time into the boiling water and let them boil for about 20-30 seconds. Remove with a slotted spoon and place them on the prepared baking sheets.

Step 12

Once all the bites are boiled, brush each with a little melted vegan butter and sprinkle with coarse sea salt.

Step 13

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the pretzel dough is golden brown.

Step 14

Remove from the oven, let them cool slightly, and enjoy your Vegan Auntie Anne's Hotdog Bites!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3710.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3363.4

Total Fat 75.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 53679.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 494.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.1g	0%
Total Sugars 36.0g
Protein 172.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 268.3mg	0%
Iron 42.7mg	0%
Potassium 2593.6mg	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: 20.2%

Protein: 20.7%

Carbs: 59.2%