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Pretzel corner Calories
Traditional German lye-dipped triangular bread
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Pretzel corner (75 g) has 210 calories. That works out to 280 calories per 100 g. It contains 40.5 g of carbs, 6.4 g of protein, 1.9 g of fat and 2.1 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of B1 covers 11% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 70 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Pretzel corner Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 75 g
210
KCAL / 75G
Carbs
40.5g
· 15% DV
Protein
6.4g
· 13% DV
Fat
1.9g
· 2% DV
Fiber
2.1g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 79% · Protein 13% · Fat 8%
Pretzel corner nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (75 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 210 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.9 g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.38 g | 2% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 585 mg | 25% |
| Total carbohydrate | 40.5 g | 15% |
| Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% |
| Protein | 6.4 g | 13% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Medium Pretzel corner?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 75 g | 210 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 35 g | 98 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 38 g | 106 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 50 g | 140 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 280 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 100 g | 280 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 120 g | 336 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 150 g | 420 kcal |
Calculated from 280 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pretzel corner
What is a pretzel corner?
A pretzel corner is a triangular German bread roll made with pretzel dough. Before baking, its surface is dipped in a food-grade alkaline solution, which creates the deep brown, glossy crust and distinctive savoury flavour.
How is a pretzel corner different from a pretzel?
A pretzel corner is shaped like a triangle, while the familiar German Brezel is twisted into a knot. Both get their characteristic crust from an alkaline dip, but the corner shape is especially convenient for slicing and making sandwiches.
What does a pretzel corner taste like?
A pretzel corner tastes savoury, with a chewy interior and a browned crust that has a distinctive malty, alkaline aroma. Coarse salt is often sprinkled on top, so the crust can taste saltier than the soft crumb.
What ingredients are used to make a pretzel corner?
Pretzel corners are typically made from wheat flour, water, yeast and salt; some recipes also include a little fat. The dough’s alkaline dip—not a special filling—is what gives the bread its signature pretzel colour and flavour.
Why is a pretzel corner dipped in lye before baking?
The lye dip gives a pretzel corner its glossy brown crust and characteristic pretzel flavour as it bakes. Commercial bakeries use food-grade sodium hydroxide for this step; it is handled carefully and should not be confused with adding lye to the finished bread.
How do you serve a pretzel corner?
A pretzel corner can be eaten plain, served with butter, or sliced for a sandwich. In Germany, it pairs well with cheese and cold cuts; mustard or a savoury spread also complements its browned, salty crust.
What fillings go well in a pretzel corner sandwich?
Cheese, ham, turkey, lettuce and tomato all work well in a pretzel corner sandwich. Because the bread often has coarse salt on its crust, milder fillings can balance its savoury flavour better than very salty toppings.
How should you store a pretzel corner?
Keep a pretzel corner in a paper bag or bread box at room temperature and eat it while fresh, ideally the day you buy it. A sealed plastic bag can soften the crust, while refrigeration can make bread stale sooner.
Can you freeze a pretzel corner?
Yes, a pretzel corner freezes well. Let it cool completely, seal it in a freezer bag, and thaw it before serving; a brief warm-up in the oven helps restore the crust better than thawing alone.
How do you reheat a pretzel corner without making it soggy?
Warm a pretzel corner in the oven rather than the microwave to keep its crust from turning soft. Heat it until warmed through, then add sandwich fillings; microwaving is quicker but tends to make the bread chewy.
Pretzel corner Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.14mg · 12% DV
B3
1.27mg · 8% DV
B2
0.07mg · 5% DV
B5
0.22mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Sodium
585mg · 25% DV
Manganese
0.22mg · 10% DV
Selenium
5.25µg · 10% DV
Phosphorus
49mg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
68mg · 2% DV
Pretzel corner Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Pretzel corner
To burn the 210 calories in 1 piece (medium) (75 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Pretzel corner?
A pretzel corner is a triangular German bakery bread with a distinctive glossy, deep-brown crust. Before baking, the dough is dipped in an alkaline solution, which gives the crust its characteristic savoury, gently toasted flavour; the inside stays soft and bready.
In Germany, it is commonly eaten at breakfast or as a snack, plain or with butter, cheese or cold cuts. Elsewhere, it works well as a portable snack or split for a sandwich. It is carbohydrate-forward, with 54 g of carbohydrates per 100 g, and relatively little fat. Pair it with an egg, cheese or another protein-rich filling for a more substantial meal.
How Nutritious Is Pretzel corner?
Nutrient density
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Pretzel corner Processed?
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Pretzel corner Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Pretzel corner Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Pretzel corner Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.38g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.38g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.52g
Omega 6:3 ratio 15:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (15:1).
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