Gluten-Free Butterbrezel

Indulge in the rich, buttery goodness of a classic German pretzel with a gluten-free twist in this recipe for Gluten-Free Butterbrezel. Made with a combination of gluten-free all-purpose flour, psyllium husk powder, and xanthan gum, these pretzels achieve the perfect chewy texture traditionally associated with their wheat-based counterpart. Each golden-brown pretzel is lovingly hand-shaped, briefly boiled in a baking soda solution for that signature crust, and topped with coarse sea salt before baking to perfection. Brushed with egg for extra shine and served warm with creamy butter, these pretzels are a satisfying treat for everyone, including those with gluten sensitivities. Perfect for snack time, a party appetizer, or paired with your favorite mustard, the Gluten-Free Butterbrezel proves you don’t need gluten to achieve authentic, mouthwatering flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:75 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:90 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups Gluten-free all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons Psyllium husk powder
• 1 teaspoon Xanthan gum
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1.25 cups Warm water
• 1 packet Active dry yeast
• 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter (melted)
• 1 large Egg (beaten)
• 1 tablespoon Coarse sea salt
• 0.5 cup Baking soda
• 4 cups Water (for boiling)
• 0.5 cup Butter (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, mix gluten-free all-purpose flour, psyllium husk powder, xanthan gum, and salt.

Step 2

In a separate small bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let it sit for 5 minutes until the yeast becomes frothy.

Step 3

Add the melted butter to the yeast mixture and then pour this liquid into the dry ingredients. Mix until a smooth dough forms.

Step 4

Cover the dough with a clean towel and let it rise in a warm place for about an hour, or until doubled in size.

Step 5

Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 6

Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a large pot, then add the baking soda.

Step 7

Divide the risen dough into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a long rope, about 20 inches (50 cm) in length, and form into a classic pretzel shape.

Step 8

Using a slotted spoon, carefully lower each pretzel into the boiling baking soda water for 30 seconds, then remove and place on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 9

Brush each pretzel with the beaten egg and sprinkle with coarse sea salt.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, until golden brown.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving warm with butter.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1915.9 grams (1915.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2267

Total Fat 116.40g	149%
Saturated Fat 70.10g	351%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 475mg	158%
Sodium 38534mg	1675%
Total Carbohydrate 300.20g	109%
Dietary Fiber 26.50g	95%
Total Sugars 13.50g
Protein 17.20g	34%

Vitamin D 40IU	200%
Calcium 128mg	10%
Iron 5mg	26%
Potassium 412mg	9%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.2%

Protein: 3.0%

Carbs: 51.8%