Vegetarian Snackable Soft Pretzel Bites
Soft, chewy, and impossibly snackable, these pretzel bites deliver that classic street-food experience straight from your own oven. The secret to their signature deep-brown crust and satisfying chew is the baking soda bath — a quick 30-second dip in boiling water transforms simple dough into something that tastes like it came from a pretzel cart. Once they come out of the oven, a brush of melted butter and a generous shower of coarse salt make them nearly impossible to resist while they're still warm. The ingredient list is refreshingly short and straightforward, built entirely from pantry staples with no meat, broth, or animal-derived additives sneaking in anywhere. That makes these a genuinely crowd-pleasing option whether you're cooking for a mixed group or just want a satisfying snack you can feel good about. Dip them in mustard, cheese sauce, or just eat them plain — they disappear fast either way.
About FigFig is a food discovery app that helps you find foods and recipes that fit your dietary needs. Whether you have food allergies, intolerances, or follow a specific diet, Fig makes it easy to eat with confidence.
Learn more →Ingredients
6 servings
For the dough
- 1 ½ tsp active dry yeast
- 1 tsp granulated sugar
- 1 cup warm water (110°f / 43°c)
- 3 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
- 1 tsp fine salt
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
For the baking soda bath
- 8 cups water
- ⅓ cup baking soda
For finishing
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1 ½ tsp coarse pretzel salt or flaky sea salt
Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, stir together the warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let stand for 5–7 minutes, until foamy and fragrant.
- 2
Add the melted butter (from the dough portion), fine salt, and flour to the yeast mixture. Stir until a shaggy dough forms, then turn out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5–6 minutes, until the dough is smooth, slightly tacky, and springs back slowly when poked.
Want the full recipe?
Create a Fig account for step-by-step instructions, access to our full recipe library, and more!