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Soft pretzel
Calories & nutrition facts
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 338 kcal —
- Protein 8.2 g 16%
- Carbohydrate 68 g 25%
- Fat 3.1 g 4%
- Saturated fat 0.7 g 3%
- Fibre 1.7 g 6%
- Sugars 0.3 g —
- Sodium 203 mg 9%
- Cholesterol 0 mg 0%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 0 µg 0%
- Vitamin C 0 mg 0%
- Vitamin D 0 µg 0%
- Vitamin E 0.54 mg 4%
- Vitamin K 2.7 µg 2%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.41 mg 34%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.29 mg 22%
- Niacin (B3) 4.3 mg 27%
- Vitamin B6 0.02 mg 1%
- Folate (B9) 24 µg 6%
- Vitamin B12 0 µg 0%
- Choline 17.7 mg 3%
Minerals
- Calcium 23 mg 2%
- Iron 3.9 mg 22%
- Magnesium 21 mg 5%
- Phosphorus 79 mg 6%
- Potassium 88 mg 2%
- Zinc 0.94 mg 9%
- Copper 0.13 mg 14%
- Selenium 17.2 µg 31%
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 338 | 8.2 g | 68 g | 3.1 g |
| 1 × large | 143 g | 483 | 12 g | 97 g | 4.4 g |
| 1 × medium | 115 g | 389 | 9.4 g | 78 g | 3.6 g |
| 1 × small | 62 g | 210 | 5.1 g | 42 g | 1.9 g |
| 2 × large | 286 g | 967 | 24 g | 194 g | 8.9 g |
| ½ × large | 71.5 g | 242 | 5.9 g | 48 g | 2.2 g |
| 3 × large | 429 g | 1450 | 35 g | 290 g | 13 g |
| 4 × large | 572 g | 1933 | 47 g | 387 g | 18 g |
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Questions about Soft pretzel
How do you warm up a soft pretzel without drying it out?
Sprinkle it lightly with water and heat it in an oven at 180°C for about 5 minutes. For a quicker snack, microwave it under a damp kitchen towel for 15–20 seconds; eat it straight away, as it can turn chewy as it cools.
Can you freeze soft pretzels?
Yes. Freeze them once cool in an airtight bag, ideally without salt, which can draw moisture out of the crust. Thaw at room temperature, then warm in a 180°C oven for about 5 minutes; add a little water first if the surface feels dry.
What do you eat with a soft pretzel?
Mustard is a classic dip, while melted cheese, cream cheese or a cheese sauce also work well. In Germany, a soft pretzel is often eaten with Weisswurst and sweet mustard, or split and filled with butter.
How is a soft pretzel different from a hard pretzel?
A soft pretzel is a yeasted dough baked until browned but still tender inside, and it is best eaten fresh. Hard pretzels are baked until dry and crisp, so they keep much longer; they are a crunchy snack rather than a soft bakery roll.
How do you make a soft pretzel shiny and brown?
Dip the shaped dough briefly in a baking-soda solution before baking; this gives the crust its deep colour and characteristic pretzel flavour. Use gloves and follow a reliable recipe if working with food-grade lye, which is caustic.
Can you eat a soft pretzel cold?
Yes, once it has been baked; it is often eaten at room temperature. Its crust and middle are usually at their best on the day it is made, so warm a day-old pretzel briefly in the oven to refresh it.
Does a soft pretzel contain much salt?
The salt crystals on top contribute most of the salty taste, and you can brush some off before eating. A soft pretzel also contains 203 mg of sodium per 100 g, so the amount you get depends on the pretzel and how much of its topping you eat.
What is a typical portion of soft pretzel?
A small soft pretzel weighs about 62 g, while a medium one is about 115 g. A large one is around 143 g and makes a substantial snack, especially with a rich dip.
Source: USDA FoodData Central 169064 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
