Vegan Traditional German Brezel

Experience the authentic taste of Germany with this mouthwatering Vegan Traditional German Brezel recipe, perfect for pretzel lovers seeking a plant-based twist! Crafted from simple ingredients like all-purpose flour, vegan butter, and a touch of coarse sea salt, this recipe stays true to the classic Bavarian favorite while being entirely dairy-free. The key to achieving that signature chewy texture and golden-brown crust lies in the traditional soda bath technique, which gives these homemade pretzels their iconic look and rich flavor. Whether served warm with mustard, as a snack, or alongside vegan cheeses and dips, these soft pretzels are guaranteed to impress. Ready in just under two hours and yielding eight perfectly shaped brezels, they’re a must-try for any fan of German cuisine or vegan baking.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:90 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:105 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 500 grams All-purpose flour
• 7 grams Instant yeast
• 10 grams Granulated sugar
• 300 milliliters Warm water
• 40 grams Vegan butter
• 10 grams Salt
• 60 grams Baking soda
• 1000 milliliters Water (for soda bath)
• 10 grams Coarse sea salt

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, instant yeast, and granulated sugar.

Step 2

Gradually add the warm water and mix until a dough forms.

Step 3

Melt the vegan butter and add it to the dough, followed by the salt.

Step 4

Knead the dough on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Preheat the oven to 220°C (430°F) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 7

Punch down the dough and divide it into 8 equal pieces.

Step 8

Roll each piece into a long rope (about 50cm/20 inches in length) and shape into a traditional pretzel shape.

Step 9

In a saucepan, bring 1000 milliliters of water to a boil and carefully add the baking soda, stirring to dissolve.

Step 10

Using a slotted spoon, dip each pretzel into the soda water bath for 10-15 seconds, then place it on the prepared baking sheets.

Step 11

Sprinkle each pretzel with coarse sea salt.

Step 12

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

Step 13

Allow to cool slightly on a wire rack before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1955.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2170.5

Total Fat 36.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 20.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 24502.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 394.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.6g	0%
Total Sugars 11.1g
Protein 54.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 71mg	0%
Iron 23.6mg	0%
Potassium 615mg	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: 15.5%

Protein: 10.3%

Carbs: 74.2%