Soft Pretzel Bites with Vegan Cheese Sauce (2025)

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by Six Vegan Sisters

Soft Pretzel Bites with Vegan Cheese Sauce (1)

Soft. Buttery. And so. Dang. Good.

These pretzel bites are perfectly buttery, fluffy and absolutely delicious when paired with our vegan cheese sauce. They are the perfect quarantine project that the whole family will love!

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For the pretzels, all you need is the following ingredients (many of which you probably already have in your pantry!):

Warm water

Fast rise yeast

Sugar

Vegan butter

Flour

Salt

Note: the pretzel bites take a little bit of time to make (because you have to let the dough rise for about an hour), but they are so worth it, so get cooking!

We love these dipped into our vegan cheese sauce (recipe below), but feel free to dip in whatever you like — they also go great with mustard, yum!

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These soft, buttery pretzel bites pair perfectly with the vegan cheese sauce.

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Prep Time 1 hour hr 30 minutes mins

Cook Time 12 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr 42 minutes mins

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American, German

Servings 6 people

Ingredients

For the pretzels:

  • 1 1/2 cup warm water
  • 2 1/4 tsp fast rise yeast
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 1/4 cup melted vegan butter
  • 4+ cup flour
  • 1/2 tbsp salt

For boiling:

  • 3 quarts water
  • cup baking soda

For topping:

  • Oil or melted vegan butter
  • Pretzel salt

For the cheese sauce:

  • 2 tbsp vegan butter
  • 2 tbsp flour
  • 1 cup plain, unsweetened rice milk we prefer rice milk for its neutral flavor
  • 3/4 cup vegan cheddar cheese shreds can sub with your favorite vegan cheese shreds
  • 1/4 cup vegetable broth
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • paprika, for topping optional

Instructions

For the pretzel bites:

  • Whisk together warm water, sugar and yeast. Set aside for 10-15 minutes to activate.

  • In a large mixing bowl, stir together 4 cups of flour and salt.

  • Add the melted vegan butter and yeast mixture (once activated) to the flour. Mix until a ball forms, then knead for 5-7 minutes, by hand or using a stand mixer with the hook attachment. Add flour, as necessary, so that the dough does not feel too sticky (it should still be a soft dough).

  • Lightly oil a bowl. Form the dough into a ball, place it into the bowl and roll it around to cover in oil.

  • Place a wet towel over the bowl. Let sit for one hour (ball should approximately double in size).

  • Once the dough has risen, preheat the oven to 425°F and prepare a baking sheet by lining with parchment paper.

  • Place the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Roll out the dough to a large rectangle that is ~1/2 inch thick. Cut into ~3/4" x 1" pieces.

  • Boil the 3 quarts of water in a large pot. Once it's boiling, carefully add the baking soda (the water will rise quickly, so do this slowly and carefully).

  • In small batches, add the pretzel bites to the boiling water. Boil for ~1 minute, then flip over and boil for another minute. Remove and place on prepared baking sheet. Continue until all the pieces have been boiled.

  • Brush each with melted vegan butter or oil and top with pretzel salt.

  • Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, until golden-brown.

For the sauce:

  • Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat.

  • Add in the flour and whisk until fully mixed.

  • Pour in the rice milk and whisk until there are no clumps. Mix in the garlic powder and salt.

  • Whisk in the cheese until fully combined. Finally, whisk in the vegetable broth until creamy.

  • Top with paprika, if desired. Enjoy by dipping warm pretzels into the sauce!

Keyword appetizer, bites, cheese, delicious, plantbased, pretzel, vegan, yum

Categories:appetizersrecipes

  1. Soft Pretzel Bites with Vegan Cheese Sauce (5)

    • Allison
    • May 15, 2021

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    Soft Pretzel Bites with Vegan Cheese Sauce (6)
    These are delicious! One of my favorite 6VS recipes. The cheese sauce is so good that I make it to dip other stuff into all the time (bread, veggies, etc.). Making the pretzels does take time and some basic skills, not too bad though. Mine never look like the picture but taste yummy nonetheless with a crunchy exterior and soft, cheese absorbent interior.

  2. Soft Pretzel Bites with Vegan Cheese Sauce (7)

    • Talia
    • October 30, 2021

    Reply

    Can you use gluten free flour instead of regular flour

  3. Soft Pretzel Bites with Vegan Cheese Sauce (8)

    • ihatethis
    • August 23, 2023

    Reply

    Soft Pretzel Bites with Vegan Cheese Sauce (9)
    this was terriable after the boiling the water became all starchy and the pretzels became more like chicken thay pretzels. The pretzels with goey after boiling even after putting in the oven the pretzels were goey and rock hard. No flavour. DO NOT TRY UNLESS YOU WANT TO WASTE YOU LIFE ON THIS.

  4. Soft Pretzel Bites with Vegan Cheese Sauce (10)

    • Margherite Derro
    • March 16, 2024

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    Soft Pretzel Bites with Vegan Cheese Sauce (11)
    Too gooey even during baking, but that sauce is heaven. I just kept baking until they were golden.

  5. Soft Pretzel Bites with Vegan Cheese Sauce (12)

    • Margherite Derro
    • March 16, 2024

    Reply

    Soft Pretzel Bites with Vegan Cheese Sauce (13)
    Too gooey even during baking, but that cheese sauce was divine. I just kept baking them until the pretzels were crunchy and golden.

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Soft Pretzel Bites with Vegan Cheese Sauce (2025)

FAQs

Are soft pretzel bites healthy? ›

Soft pretzels and flavored pretzels are usually higher in calories, salt, sugar, and fat than hard pretzels, so you may want to limit your intake of those varieties.

How many calories are in pretzel bites with cheese? ›

Cheese Filled Soft Pretzel Bites (3 pieces) contains 24g total carbs, 23g net carbs, 6g fat, 6g protein, and 170 calories.

Can I eat pretzels on a plant-based diet? ›

At their core, yes, pretzels are technically vegan. But you should still be careful about checking labels, and asking the right questions before you buy the salty snack. “Many store-bought brands of both hard and soft pretzels do not contain eggs or milk, so they would be considered vegan,” says Palmer.

How do you cook frozen soft pretzel bites? ›

Number of bites: 21-30; Microwave: 1 minute, 45 seconds; Oven: 4-5 minutes or until hot. Number of bites: 31 or more; Microwave: 2 minutes; Oven: 4-5 minutes or until hot. Keep frozen until ready to use.

What is the unhealthiest snack? ›

Here's how they voted:
  • Any baked chips. They're highly processed and often so low in fat that you can consume large quantities without ever feeling full. ...
  • Rice cakes. You think you can eat a lot of them since they're lower in calories. ...
  • Pretzels. ...
  • Potato chips. ...
  • Veggie sticks or straws. ...
  • Store-bought smoothies. ...
  • Granola/cereal bars.
Dec 29, 2020

Are pretzels ok for weight loss? ›

"Pretzels don't really cause weight loss and they may contribute to weight gain more," Gervacio says. "They are not the ideal foods for metabolism because they can be high in calories and packed with sodium, especially those that have visible salt granules on the surface."

How many calories in a pretzel with cheese sauce? ›

Nutrition Facts
NutrientValue
Calories540
Fats29g
Saturated fats6g
Trans fats0g
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How many servings are in Auntie Anne's pretzel bites? ›

Bite-sized versions of our classic Original, Cinnamon Sugar and Pepperoni Pretzel flavors or our Original Pretzel Dog, served in a fun, shareable bucket. Each bucket contains five servings of product (90-100 pieces in the Pretzel Nugget Buckets; 50 pieces in the Mini Pretzel Dogs Bucket).

Are Auntie Anne's cinnamon sugar pretzels vegan? ›

A sweeter take on the original twist, sprinkled with fresh cinnamon and sugar. Make it vegan by ordering this item without butter.

Why can't you eat eggs on a plant-based diet? ›

However, if you are eating a diet free of cholesterol – that is a vegan diet – then adding an egg or two into the diet will raise blood cholesterol levels. The impact of dietary cholesterol from a food like eggs is greater when the diet is already low in cholesterol.

What candy can I eat on a plant-based diet? ›

What kind of candies can vegans eat?
  • Chewy Vegan Candies. ● Airheads. ● Fruit By the Foot and Fruit Roll-Ups. ● Mamba Fruit Chews. ...
  • Soft and Gummy Sweets. ● Sour Patch Kids. ● Dots. ● Jujubes. ...
  • Vegan Hard Candies. ● Dum-Dums. ● Charm Lollipops. ● Chick-O-Sticks. ...
  • Vegan Chocolate Candies. ● Pumpkin Perfection. ● Blueberry Bliss.

Is honey ok on a vegan diet? ›

Because honey is made by living bees, it is technically not vegan, so most vegans exclude it from their diet. You can try plant-based alternatives like agave, maple syrup, and date syrup. Veganism is a way of living that aims to minimize animal exploitation and cruelty.

Can you reheat soft pretzel bites? ›

Cover and store leftover pretzel bites at room temperature for up to 3 days. They lose a little softness over time. To reheat, microwave for a few seconds or bake in a 350°F (177°C) for 5 minutes.

Can you microwave soft pretzel bites? ›

Pretzel Instructions

Keep frozen and thaw before baking. If using microwave: Place pretzel bites on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave until heated through, about 15 seconds per every 10 bites. Bon appétit!

Do soft pretzels need to be refrigerated? ›

Storing Freshly Baked Soft Pretzels

Room Temperature for Short-Term: Store them in an airtight container at room temperature if enjoying within a couple of days. Refrigerate for a Little Longer: Wrapped pretzels can be refrigerated for up to a week.

Are soft pretzels a healthy snack? ›

Pretzels may be better than some fatty chips, but four out of five nutrition experts surveyed by Time say if you're trying to eat healthy, pretzels shouldn't be your go-to snack. Although pretzels are low-fat, they are also pretty paltry on the protein and fiber front, and they can be quite high in sodium and carbs.

Are pretzels from Auntie Anne's healthy? ›

It's true. Our Original Pretzel only contains 5 grams of fat, and, yes, it is lightly dipped in butter. Since Auntie Anne's Pretzels are made fresh in our stores, you can request your pretzel without butter for a lower calorie option or order your pretzel without salt.

Are soft pretzels heart healthy? ›

Pretzels won't lead to heart problems right away. However, if you're likely to get heart troubles, have a history of high blood pressure, or need to watch your sodium intake, you may need to replace pretzels with a lower sodium snack.

What is the healthiest snack? ›

  1. Mixed nuts. Nuts are an ideal nutritious snack, providing the perfect balance of healthy fats, protein, and fiber. ...
  2. Red bell pepper with guacamole. ...
  3. Greek yogurt and mixed berries. ...
  4. Apple slices with peanut butter. ...
  5. Cottage cheese and fruit. ...
  6. Celery sticks with cream cheese. ...
  7. Kale chips. ...
  8. Dark chocolate and almonds.

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