Keto Soft Pretzels

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What makes these keto soft pretzels so special is the inclusion of yeast. They are soft and chewy with a beautiful yeasty aroma of freshly baked bread and very low carb with just 2g net carbs.

Low-Carb Keto soft pretzels and mustard sauce on a tray with text saying Soft and delicious, free recipe.
Delicious keto soft pretzels. An easy low carb snack with a yeasty aroma that will make you drool.

Why makes this recipe so good

  • Flavor: The addition of yeast to the recipe creates a slightly sour and yeasty flavor that is similar to that of traditional soft pretzels.
  • Texture: Using yeast in the dough helps create a lighter and fluffier texture characteristic of traditional soft pretzels.
  • Authenticity: Using yeast in the recipe helps create a more authentic soft pretzel experience that resembles traditional pretzels’ texture, flavor, and aroma.
  • Low-carb and keto-friendly: Like other keto soft pretzel recipes, low-carb flour (almond flour) with no added sugar makes this recipe an excellent option for those following a low-carb or keto diet.
  • Versatility: Keto soft pretzels can be enjoyed as a snack or served with dipping sauces like mustard or cheese sauce. They can also be used as a bread substitute for sandwiches or sliders.

This Keto Pretzels recipe makes 12 pretzels. 1 serving is one low-carb pretzel that has 2g net carbs.

Note: The keto soft pretzel dough is very sticky. It is easiest to roll the dough out on a plastic cutting board wearing food-safe gloves to prevent it from sticking to your hands.

You can make variations of our keto pretzels recipe, like these keto cinnamon pretzels that remind me a lot of hot cinnamon donuts.

Keto Pretzels Ingredients

Keto Pretzels Ingredients
Keto Pretzels Ingredients

The ingredients for Keto Soft Pretzels are readily available at most supermarkets, health food stores, or Amazon.

  • Dried yeast. Yeast not only makes the pretzels fluffy but gives them a delicious aroma. Aroma is directly correlated to taste, its a game changer.
  • Inulin. Helps the yeast rise. You can also use honey and allulose, but we haven’t tried it, so you’ll need to test the required amount.
  • Warm water.
  • Almond flour.
  • Xanthum gum. It binds ingredients and gives the pretzels that chewy texture.
  • Mozzarella cheese.
  • Cream cheese.
  • Eggs. Organic free-range eggs are best.
  • Salted butter. We use grass-fed butter, but any salted butter will do.
  • Pretzel Salt. Flaked sea salt can be substituted if you cannot find pretzel salt.

How to make the best keto soft pretzels

The original Keto Soft Pretzels recipe is here. This delicious low carb pretzel is soft, bready and perfect for a snack or serving up for game day. These pretzels are gluten free, grain free and sugar free with a delicious baking aroma thanks to addition of yeast! Serve them up today #ketorecipe #ketopretzels #myketokitchen
How to make Keto Soft Pretzels

The best bit about making these soft pretzels is the aroma as they bake in the oven.

  1. Preheat oven to 200C/390F.
  2. Place the yeast, inulin, and warm water in a bowl. Mix well and set aside to proof for 5 minutes.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, add the almond flour and xanthan gum. Mix well and set aside.
  4. Place a nonstick saucepan over medium-low heat and add the mozzarella and cream cheese. Keep a close eye on it as it melts, frequently stirring to prevent browning. Heat until the cheese is thick and pourable.
  5. Add the proofed yeast and melted cheese to the almond flour and mix for 1 minute before adding the eggs.
  6. Mix until a smooth and sticky dough has formed. I recommend putting on food-safe gloves and mixing by hand. Leave to sit for 5 minutes to rest.
  7. Split the dough into quarters, each into three pieces, so you have 12 balls. The dough is easiest to work with while it is warm and wearing food-safe gloves.
  8. Roll each ball into a long skinny log and twist it into a pretzel shape. Place on a lined cookie sheet and give a little space with the side as the pretzels will rise.
  9. Brush the pretzels with butter and sprinkle with pretzel salt.
  10. Bake in the oven for 12-15 minutes.
  11. When the pretzels are golden brown, remove them from the oven. Don’t burn your fingers trying to eat them immediately.
  12. Leave them to cool for 5 minutes before enjoying them.
Low-Carb Keto soft pretzels on a tray with text saying Soft and delicious, free recipe.

Keto Soft Pretzels

These Keto Pretzels are soft and chewy with a beautiful yeasty aroma of freshly baked bread, plus they're very low carb with just 2g net carbs.

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Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American, German
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Cooling: 0 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 12 serves
Calories: 205kcal
Author: Gerri

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Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons Dried Yeast
  • 1 teaspoon Inulin
  • 2 tablespoons Warm Water
  • 5.5 ounces Almond Flour
  • 2 teaspoons Xanthan Gum
  • 11 ounces Mozzarella Cheese shredded
  • 4 tablespoons Cream Cheese
  • 2 large Eggs at room temperature
  • 2 tablespoons Salted Butter melted
  • 1 tablespoon Pretzel Salt flaked sea salt can be substituted

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 200C/390F.
  • Place the yeast, inulin and warm water in a bowl. Mix well and set aside to proof for 5 minutes.
    2 teaspoons Dried Yeast, 1 teaspoon Inulin, 2 tablespoons Warm Water
  • In a large mixing bowl, add the almond flour and xanthan gum. Mix well and set aside
    5.5 ounces Almond Flour, 2 teaspoons Xanthan Gum
  • Place a nonstick saucepan over medium-low heat and add the mozzarella and cream cheese. Keep a close eye on it as it melt, stirring frequently to prevent browning. Heat until the cheese is thick and pourable.
    11 ounces Mozzarella Cheese, 4 tablespoons Cream Cheese
  • Add the proofed yeast and melted cheese to the almond flour, mix for 1 minute before adding the eggs.
    2 large Eggs
  • Mix until a smooth and sticky dough has formed. I recommend putting on food-safe gloves and mixing by hand. Leave to sit for 5 minutes to rest.
  • Split the dough into quarters, and each quarter into 3 pieces, so that you have 12 balls. The dough is easiest to work with while it is warm and whilst wearing food-safe gloves.
  • Roll each ball into a long skinny log and twist into a pretzel shape. Place on a lined cookie sheet and give a little space with side as the pretzels will rise.
  • Brush the pretzels with the butter and sprinkle with pretzel salt.
    2 tablespoons Salted Butter, 1 tablespoon Pretzel Salt
  • Bake in the oven for 12-15 minutes.
  • When the pretzels are golden brown, remove them from the oven. Don’t burn your fingers trying to eat them immediately.
  • Leave them to cool for 5 minutes before enjoying.

Video

Easy Keto Soft Pretzels Recipe – Low Carb German Bread with a Delicious Yeasty Aroma (2g Net Carbs)

Notes

 
TIPS: The keto soft pretzel dough is very sticky. It is easiest to roll the dough out on a plastic cutting board wearing food-safe gloves to prevent it from sticking to your hands.

Nutrition

Serving: 100g | Calories: 205kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 62mg | Sodium: 804mg | Potassium: 57mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 344IU | Calcium: 168mg | Iron: 1mg

How To Store Pretzels

Store pretzels in the fridge for up to five days or freeze them for up to three months.

Pretzels can easily be refreshed. Just heat them in the oven for 5 minutes. Put the pretzels in a 170C/340F oven to crisp the outside and soften the inside. Alternatively, 30 seconds in the microwave if you like them soft.

Delicious Low Carb Keto Soft Pretzels
Delicious Low Carb Keto Soft Pretzels Recipe with Just 2g Carbs.

Try our glazed pretzels if you’re looking for a sweet version of these keto pretzels. Our glazed pretzels taste like a low-carb donut.

Try these Low Carb Baked Recipes:

Adjust the serving amounts above to make a larger batch of this Keto Pretzels recipe.

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I am the founder of My Keto Kitchen. I am a nutritionist, cooking enthusiast, and part-time Van Lifer! Along with a qualified chef, we have created a collection of delicious and healthy recipes.

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