Soft Pretzel Recipe

Homemade pretzels with a hot sauce are a special treat! This recipe for soft pretzels is easy to prepare and produces delicious results. The resultant soft pretzels are buttery and chewy and go well with any dipping sauce.

You'll feel a sense of accomplishment when you make your own soft pretzels, just as you do when making Cinnamon Rolls or Vegan Japanese Milk Bread. But I'd say pretzels are even more fun. It's strangely satisfying to twist them!

This soft pretzel recipe is all about the journey but let's face it, the final product is also important. These soft pretzels contain no honey (many hot pretzel recipes use honey). They also taste delicious, with their classic buttery, salty and ever so slightly sweet flavour.

You'll love this soft pretzel recipe

• A fun weekend project. It's not a recipe you can whip up in minutes, but that's what I like about it! This recipe is a great way to escape from reality if you enjoy cooking and baking.
• Variable flavors. You can get creative when it comes to toppings. While most soft pretzels come with coarse salt as a standard, you are free to be more creative. Below I also share some ideas!
• Better then store-bought. Let's face it, store-bought frozen soft pretzels are just not comparable to homemade versions. Homemade pretzels have a superior texture and taste, so they are worth the effort.

Notes on Ingredients

Scroll down the recipe card for the ingredients quantities and the recipe instructions.

• Agave Nectar To make this soft prezel recipe vegan we use agave nectar instead of honey.
• Active Dry Yeast
• Warm Water It should not be too hot, as this can kill yeast.
• Olive Oil You will need some to make the dough and more for the bowl.
• salt
• All-purpose Flour is suitable for this.
• Baking Soda- Soft pretzels traditionally are made using lye. But I bet you don't want to wear goggles just to make your snack! Baking soda will give you a similar texture on the outside, but not as dark.
• Melted Vegan Butter Use homemade vegan butter, or purchase it.
• Kosher Salt

What kind of salt should I use for a soft pretzel recipe?

This recipe calls for kosher sea salt, which is likely to be available at home. If you make soft pretzels frequently, you might want to purchase pretzel salt. This is the salt that's used to make pretzels. The salt crystals are large enough to give it a nice crunch, but not so small that they melt into the pretzel.

Pretzels Soft: How to make them?

• Activate yeast. In a bowl, whisk together the agave and yeast. Let the mixture sit for five minutes or until it becomes foamy.
• Prepare the dough. Mix the olive oil, salt and yeast into the mixture. Then add the flour one cup at a tim. Continue adding flour until the dough no longer sticks.
• Knead. Spread the dough on a lightly-floured surface. Gently knead the dough until it forms a smooth, round ball.
• Rise. Grease with olive oil a large bowl and place the doughball inside. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it rise for 1 hour 15 minutes, or until it has almost doubled.

• Preparation for boiling and baking Line a baking tray with parchment paper and preheat the oven at 400degF. Fill a large pot up with water, and bring to a rolling boil. Add the baking soda.
• Divide the dough into eight equal portions after it has nearly doubled. Each portion should be rolled into a long, thin snake. Each snake should be shaped into a U. Twist the two ends around each other twice. Fold the twisted end toward the U-shaped dip and press both "tails" in the dough at the point where they meet.
• Boil. Drop the pretzels in the boiling water, working in batches.
• Bake. Transfer boiled pretzels onto the baking sheet prepared and brush with vegan butter. Sprinkle the salt on top and bake 15 minutes, or until golden brown. If desired, brush with more vegan butter melted.

Tips for Success

• You can adjust the amount of flour to suit your needs. You'll need different amounts of flour for this recipe depending on your humidity level. You'll need less flour in winter; more during humid summer months.
• Do not over-mix dough. A dough that is over-mixed can lead to tough pretzels. Mix the dough until it comes together. When you poke the dough, it should bounce back.
• Be patient when it comes to the rising time. It may take longer for your dough to rise if the kitchen is too cold. You can leave it to rise for the full hour and fifteen minutes. If necessary, you can even let it rise longer. Instead of focusing on the time, you can use the visual clue that the dough has doubled.

Variations

• For a more savory twist, replace the salt with everything bagels seasoning.
• For soft, sweet pretzels, brush the pretzels in melted butter and then roll them in cinnamon sugar.
• For cheesy, soft pretzels, sprinkle shredded vegan cheddar over the tops of the pretzels before baking.

Serving Suggestions

You can also pair the soft pretzels with your favorite mustard. Vegan cream cheese, which is underrated, is also a great option. topping or dip for soft pretzels. Vegan ranch is also good!

How to store leftovers

You can store any leftovers from this recipe in an airtight container, at room temperature, for up to two days.

Can I freeze this recipe?

Soft pretzels can be frozen for up to three months. Place them in an oven or toaster until they are warm and crisp on the outside. The microwave will also work, but the texture won't be quite as good.

Vegan Snacks Recipes

• Protein Pudding
• Sambusas
• Loaded Potato Skins
• The Perfect Homemade Hummus
• Corn Nuggets

Enjoy, friends! Please take a picture and tag #jessicainthekitchen if you make this recipe! Please leave a comment and rate the recipe! Thank you!

Jessica in the Kitchen published a recipe for Soft Pretzels.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a Plant-Based Diet able to Lose Weight?

Yes, a plant-based diet can help with weight loss. Eating various fruits and vegetables, legumes and nuts, seeds, whole grains, and other plant-based proteins can provide enough volume to fill you up without adding extra calories from unhealthy fats or carbohydrates. A well-rounded vegan meal plan is usually low in saturated fat and cholesterol-containing foods like red meat and processed snacks that tend to add weight instead of take it away. Additionally, research shows that following a plant-based diet may help boost metabolism and lower some risk factors for obesity, such as inflammation. Incorporating healthy food rich in fiber, as well as limiting the intake of sugars, starches and white bread, can help to lose weight and still provide the essential vitamins, minerals, and nutrients that your body needs.

Can you get enough protein on a plant-based diet?

Yes, you can get enough proteins from a plant-based diet. A variety of legumes, grains, nuts, seeds, as well as grains provide amino acid to help you build muscle and stay healthy. Tofu, as well as other soy products, has all 9 essential amino compounds that the body cannot create and must get from food. Also, vegetables such a spinach, broccoli and kale are rich in protein. They can be combined with legumes to provide the required amount of protein for adequate nutrition. Plant-based proteins tend to have lower levels in saturated fats than animal protein and can be used to support long-term satiety. Additionally, adding omega-3 fatty acids in things like flaxseeds, chia seeds, walnuts, or hemp seeds can help balance other essential nutrients on a plant-based diet.

What can a plant-based diet do for your health?

A plant-based diet can have several health benefits. Consuming more plant-based food and less animal products is linked to lower rates of chronic diseases like stroke, heart disease and diabetes. Plant-based diets provide vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, as well as other beneficial compounds that help to protect against inflammation, oxidative damages, and other diseases. The benefits of eating lots of fruits, vegetables, legumes, beans and other legumes have been shown to be due to the high levels of dietary fiber. This feeds your gut bacteria and helps you maintain good digestion. A lot of plant-based meals are low in saturated fats which may increase blood cholesterol. Furthermore, studies suggest that a plant-based diet can help reduce symptoms associated with common mental health conditions like depression and anxiety. Long-term satisfaction can be achieved by consuming a mixture of plant-based proteins as well as healthy fats like avocados and nuts.

Are there any celebrities or athletes who are advocates for a plant based diet?

There are many celebrities who support a plant diet. These include NBA player Kyrie Irving, Formula 1 World Champion Lewis Hamilton, actress Natalie Portman, singer Meghan Trainor and NFL running back Kenneth Farrow. Each have chosen to live a vegetarian/vegan life for their reasons, and they have all achieved amazing results in their sports or creative endeavors. Actress Alicia Silverstone went as far as even writing a book about her experience with the vegan lifestyle titled Kind Diet. Novak Djokovic, professional tennis player has credited his successes to his unconventional eating habits of eating mostly organic and vegan foods during competitions. His stats are significantly better since he started this routine. The significant characteristics that all four professional athletes have identified include a greater energy level, faster healing from injuries, and improved health and wellbeing. These success stories show that plant-based diets can help you achieve better athleticism.

Can a plant-based diet cause harm?

While many people have experienced health benefits from adopting a plant-based diet, any type of diet can be harmful if not managed correctly or with the assistance of a medical professional. People who transition to a more plant-based lifestyle must be aware of the importance of proper vitamin intake such as iron, B12 and omega 3 fatty acids. Unbalanced diets without adequate replacements can lead to deficiencies and other health problems. A vegan/plant-based lifestyle can also mean avoiding dairy and eggs which could lead to muscle loss. Plant-based people should adjust their diets to suit their individual needs, consult a nutritionist, and avoid potential health hazards.

Are plant-based diets eco-friendly?

Plant-based diets are becoming increasingly popular for their health and environmental benefits. Plant-based food is generally more sustainable than food derived from animal resources. This is because it produces less greenhouse gases and causes less pollution. A plant-based diet also takes up fewer resources as plants are typically grown with fewer inputs than animal products. Furthermore, animals raised in commercial farms often consume large amounts of water and land as well as fossil fuels. There have been some environmental consequences of livestock production that are associated with global warming. Introducing more plant-based meals into your weekly rotation could reduce one's carbon footprint while supporting healthier, more environmentally-friendly practices.

Can I eat chicken on a plant-based diet?

A plant-based diet does not allow you to eat chicken. Plant-based diets eliminate all animal products including poultry, fish, meat, and fish. Many vegan alternatives to traditionally meat-centric recipes offer the same flavor without using animal products. You can get the same flavor from soy-based proteins like seitan (wheat bread gluten), tempeh and mock duck made out of mushrooms. Vegetarian burgers made of black beans, quinoa and other legumes can be very similar to traditional beef burgers. Coconut bacon strips, eggplant bacon bits or tofu mighto; veggie hot dog made with seasoned and textured soy proteins; and faux poultry strips from wheat gluten are other tasty options.

Statistics

• In the United States, poor-quality diet is the most significant predictor of early death, according to an article published in the May 2017 Journal of Geriatric Cardiology. (everydayhealth.com)
• A study found that livestock provides just 18 percent of calories consumed globally but takes up 83 percent of farmland. (forksoverknives.com)

External Links

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• PubMed: Long-term study of type 2 diabetes and the effects on beta-cell function - PubMed


• A Plant-Based Dietary Treatment Improves Beta Cell Function and Insulin Resistance In Overweight Adults: A Randomized 16-Week Clinical Trial - PubMed

How To

How do you navigate social situations when eating a plant-based diet

It is not easy to transition to a plant based diet. You will need to manage social situations like dining out with your friends. Be proactive before going out for dinner to ensure that you don't compromise your dietary preferences while still enjoying tasty meals. Verify the restaurant's vegan policies before you go.

Talk to your friends and family about vegan options. This will help you avoid ordering errors at the restaurant, as well as avoiding awkward explanations or misinterpretations about your dietary restrictions. Have faith in the chef by trusting their judgment when crafting vegan dishes; chat with them if necessary so that they can better understand how to accommodate your needs best.

When attending events or parties where not everyone is familiar with vegan diets, be sure to fill up beforehand on nutritious snacks or drinks available without animal products - any contribution goes a long way! Your non-vegan relatives will soon be able to adopt a vegan diet. It is important to recognize the small gestures they make regarding a plant-based diet.

Navigating social situations while sticking to a vegan diet may seem challenging initially. It will become second nature over time. Start small and believe in yourself.

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