Vegan Cheese-Stuffed Pretzel Bites
These pillowy, golden, soft pretzel bites hide a secret: gooey vegan cheese that pulls like a rom-com subplot.
Perfect for when you’re snacky, hormonal, or avoiding your responsibilities by “testing” the dough for the fifth time.
They’re salty, stretchy, and way more satisfying than your last situationship.
No dairy, no drama—just you, carbs, and plant-based indulgence in bite-sized bundles.
Serve these at parties and watch people swoon harder than they do for baby goat videos.
Whip up a batch and pretend you’re the main character—because you are.
Vegan Cheese-Stuffed Pretzel Bites
Golden vegan pretzel bites stuffed with melty, plant-based cheese. Soft inside, crisp outside, and full of flavor that makes dairy jealous.
Ingredients
For the Dough:
- 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast 1 packet
- 1 cup warm water not boiling, you’re not making tea
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp olive oil
For the Filling:
- 1/2 cup vegan mozzarella cheese shredded or cubed
For Boiling:
- 1/4 cup baking soda
- 6 cups water
- For Topping:
- Coarse salt go ahead, be generous
- 1 tbsp melted vegan butter optional but fabulous
Instructions
- Mix yeast, warm water, and sugar in a bowl. Let it foam for 5 minutes like it’s doing skincare.
- Stir in salt, flour, and oil. Mix into a soft dough. Knead it like you’re releasing your inbox rage.
- Let the dough rest, covered, for 10 minutes. Scroll Instagram. Pretend you’re researching food styling.
- Preheat oven to 400°F and line a tray with parchment.
- Divide dough into 20 pieces. Flatten each and place a little vegan cheese in the center.
- Pinch closed, roll into a ball. Pretend each one is a tiny, delicious secret.
- In a saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add baking soda carefully—it fizzes like your drama group chat.
- Drop a few dough balls in at a time, boil 20 seconds, then remove with a slotted spoon.
- Place on tray, sprinkle salt, brush with vegan butter for extra glam.
- Bake 15 minutes until golden. Cool slightly, then serve. Try not to eat all 20 before guests arrive.
Notes
🧬 Nutritional Info (Per Serving – 5 Bites)
- Calories: 210
- Total Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
💪 Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Iron: 10%
- Calcium: 7%
- Magnesium: 6%
- Vitamin B6: 5%
- Folate: 8%
💁♀️ Flavor-Boosting Tips
- Add garlic powder or nutritional yeast to the dough for extra depth.
- Use smoked vegan cheese if you’re feeling edgy.
- Brush with sriracha-infused vegan butter post-bake.
- Serve with spicy mustard or marinara for extra dipping drama.
- Make a double batch—you’ll regret nothing.
