Vegan German Pretzel Bites with Mustard Dip

Ingredients

• 3 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 1/4 teaspoons Active dry yeast
• 1 tablespoon Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 1/4 cups Warm water
• 1/4 cup Baking soda
• 8 cups Water, for boiling
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil, for brushing
• 1 tablespoon Coarse salt, for sprinkling
• 1/2 cup Vegan mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Maple syrup

Instructions

1. 1In a large bowl, combine flour, yeast, sugar, and salt.
2. 2Add warm water and mix until a dough forms. Knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
3. 3Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
4. 4Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C).
5. 5In a large pot, bring 8 cups of water to a boil. Add baking soda.
6. 6Punch down the dough and divide it into small pieces. Roll each piece into a long rope and cut into bite-sized pieces.
7. 7Drop the pretzel bites into the boiling water for 30 seconds. Remove with a slotted spoon and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
8. 8Brush with olive oil and sprinkle with coarse salt.
9. 9Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
10. 10For the mustard dip: In a small bowl, whisk together vegan mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and maple syrup.
11. 11Serve the pretzel bites warm with the mustard dip.

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