Copycat Vegan Mickey Mouse Pretzels Recipe
If you can’t tell: I’ve been on a bit of a Disney-kick lately. Am I ashamed? Absolutely not! The cravings are strong with this one. My solution? Making my foods Mickey-shaped to stave off the post-Disney-depression. Today it’s copycat Vegan Mickey Mouse Pretzels!
Can Copycat Vegan Mickey Mouse Pretzels Cure Post-Disney Depression?
Have you heard of post-Disney depression?
In short: it’s the feeling you get when you’re ripped from the magic and crash back into the real world.
You know.. the one that’s on fire, ran by a toddler, and (oh yeah) just plain nasty.
In juxtaposition to the magic that is Disneyland, the real world is a bit terrifying.
How can we bring Disney magic back with us into the real world?
Simple: remind yourself that not everything has to be so serious.
For example: pretzels.
Is there a reason they’re all shaped the same way?
Apparently it has to do with Christianity.. They’re meant to resemble arms crossed while praying?
Well, I’d rather not be reminded of bible verses when I eat.. Something I’d much rather think about?
The magic of Disneyland.
Get on with the Vegan Mickey Mouse Pretzel Recipe Already!
Alright, alright, I get it!
You’re ready to experience the magic with me, right?
With the power of manifestation, Mickey Mouse-shaped foods can truly change the world.. One smile at a time!
Some notes on the recipe:
- Rock salt is insanely hard. If your pieces are too large, please do your teeth a favor and break them with a rolling pin (in a baggie) before topping the pretzels. You’ll thank me later!
- These Vegan Mickey Mouse Pretzels are delicious on their own, but even better with this Vegan Cheese Sauce
Wondering How to Shape Mickey Mouse Pretzels?
Sure, They’re Cute: But How Do They Taste?
These pretzels aren’t just Mickey Mouse-shaped.. They’re also insanely delicious.
In fact, I left a tray out and my non-vegan family couldn’t keep their hands off them!
“Mmmm, these are good.” My mom said as she stuffed another bite into her mouth.
“Annnnnd, OMG! They’re kind-of shaped like Mickey!” she realized as she bit off the other ear.
Thanks, mom! That was the point ????
Pin-It for Later!
Copycat Vegan Mickey Mouse Pretzels Recipe
Ingredients
For Yeast Mixture
- 3 Tablespoons sugar
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast 1 packet
- 1 cup body-temperature not hot water
For Dough
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 Tablespoon canola oil
For Bath
- 4 cups water
- 1/4 cup baking soda
For Garnish
- 1-2 Tablespoons rock salt
Instructions
Yeast Mixture
- Begin by whisking the sugar, yeast, and warm water together in a large bowl
- Allow to sit until nice and bubbly (around 5 minutes)
Make the Dough
- Next, incorporate the flour and canola oil into the yeast mixture with a large spoon to create a shaggy dough
- Once it becomes difficult to mix, use your hands to begin kneading, further incorporating the ingredients (adding flour as needed to remedy over-stickyness)
- After around 3-5 minutes, the dough should begin to spring back when poked.. this should be enough kneading
- Shape the dough roughly into a ball-shape, and place in a flour-dusted bowl
Let it Rise
- Cover with a towel and let rise until doubled in size (approximately 40-60 minutes)
- Once the dough has doubled, remove from bowl onto another floured surface
- Cut dough into 4 equal parts and begin shaping each section
(This is a good time to prepare a baking tray with parchment, and preheat the oven to 400°F)
To Shape Mickey (Refer to Post for Detailed Images)
- First roll, pull, and lightly stretch until you have a long piece around 12 inches long.. More or less uniform in thickness
- Next, bring the sides over each-other, pinching the ends into the middle of the "line"
- Finally, twist pretzel tops to form the "ears"
Pretzel Bath Time
- Bring the 4 cups of water to a boil and add the baking soda.. this will bubble a lot!
- Next, lower the heat to a simmer and allow the bubbles to dissipate and the water to cool for a bit
- Finally, take each pretzel (one at a time) on a slotted spoon (or spatula) and dunk into the water for 5 seconds
- Transfer wet pretzel dough carefully to prepared tray and sprinkle with salt
- Bake at 400°F for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown and smelling AMAZING
- Let cool for at least 5 minutes on the tray, remove, and be careful devouring this deliciousness; it might still be warm 😉
- These Pretzels are good on their own, but even better with this vegan cheese sauce recipe