Description
These homemade soft pretzel bites are golden brown, chewy, and incredibly delicious. Paired with a creamy vegan cheese sauce, they make the perfect snack, appetizer, or party treat. Easy to make and dairy-free!
Ingredients
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For the Pretzel Bites:
- 1 ½ cups warm water (110°F)
- 2 ¼ teaspoons fast-rise yeast
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- ¼ cup melted vegan butter
- 4 to 4 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tablespoon salt
For Boiling:
- 3 quarts water
- ⅓ cup baking soda
For Topping:
- 2 tablespoons melted vegan butter or neutral oil
- Coarse pretzel salt
For Vegan Cheese Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons vegan butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsweetened plant-based milk
- ¾ cup shredded vegan cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup vegetable broth
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- A pinch of paprika (optional)
Instructions
- Mix warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 10 minutes until foamy.
- Add melted butter, flour, and salt. Knead for 5–7 minutes until smooth. Let rise for 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Shape dough into ropes, cut into bite-sized pieces.
- Boil water, add baking soda. Boil pretzels for 1 minute. Transfer to a baking sheet.
- Brush with melted butter, sprinkle with salt. Bake for 10–12 minutes.
- For cheese sauce: Melt butter, whisk in flour, add plant-based milk, cheese, broth, and seasonings. Stir until smooth. Serve warm with pretzels.
Notes
- For extra soft pretzels, cover them with a towel after baking.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Freeze baked pretzel bites for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven at 350°F.
- Add cinnamon sugar for a sweet version!
- Prep Time: 1 hour
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack, Appetizer
- Method: Baking, Boiling
- Cuisine: American