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.