Vegan Homemade Pretzel with Cheese

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Vegan Homemade Pretzel with Cheese recipe—soft, golden-brown pretzels paired with a rich and creamy cashew-based cheese sauce. Perfectly chewy and sprinkled with coarse sea salt, these freshly baked pretzels come together with a simple yeast dough that’s boiled in a baking soda bath for that signature flavor and texture. The vegan cheese sauce, made with raw cashews, nutritional yeast, and a hint of turmeric for a golden hue, is irresistibly smooth and packed with savory umami notes. Ready in under an hour and perfect for sharing, this dairy-free and egg-free snack is ideal for game nights, parties, or a fun kitchen project. Whether dipped or drizzled, this plant-based combination is a must-try for anyone craving a classic treat with a modern twist.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 packet Active dry yeast
• 1.5 cups Warm water
• 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Baking soda
• 4 cups Water
• 2 tablespoons Vegan butter, melted
• 2 tablespoons Coarse sea salt
• 1 cup Raw cashews
• 1 tablespoon Nutritional yeast
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt (for cheese sauce)
• 0.75 cup Water (for cheese sauce)

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, dissolve 1 packet of active dry yeast and 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar in 1.5 cups of warm water. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.

Step 2

Add 1 teaspoon of salt and 3.5 cups of all-purpose flour to the yeast mixture. Mix until a dough forms.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a large pot and add 2 tablespoons of baking soda.

Step 7

Once the dough has risen, divide it into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a long rope and form into a pretzel shape.

Step 8

Carefully dip each shaped pretzel in the boiling water for 30 seconds, then place on the prepared baking sheets.

Step 9

Brush each pretzel with melted vegan butter and sprinkle with coarse sea salt.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes, or until golden brown.

Step 11

For the vegan cheese sauce, soak 1 cup of raw cashews in hot water for 15 minutes, then drain.

Step 12

In a blender, combine soaked cashews, 1 tablespoon of nutritional yeast, 0.5 teaspoon each of garlic powder, onion powder, turmeric, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, and 0.75 cup of water.

Step 13

Blend on high until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning as desired.

Step 14

Heat the sauce in a small saucepan over medium heat until warmed through, stirring occasionally.

Step 15

Serve the pretzels warm with the vegan cheese sauce on the side for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2183.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2513.0

Total Fat 76.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 22896.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 391.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.1g	0%
Total Sugars 33.2g
Protein 70.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 167.4mg	0%
Iron 28.5mg	0%
Potassium 1516.8mg	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: 27.0%

Protein: 11.1%

Carbs: 61.8%