Who is this choice important for?

Shoppers looking for sourdough

You’re planning pretzels for several people and want to check the ingredients list to see whether the specific variety really contains sourdough.

Stock-up shoppers with an oven

You want to buy the quantity you need in advance and bake frozen pretzels when required. Make sure your freezer space, available time and oven capacity suit the amount you’re planning.

Households with different dietary requirements

You check the ingredients, declared allergens and possible traces for everyone who’ll be eating. Sourdough pretzels can also vary in their recipes.

What matters when buying in bulk?

First decide whether sourdough is essential. Then weigh up whether freshly bought pretzels or frozen dough pieces are a better fit for the quantity you need and when you want to serve them.

Fresh sourdough pretzel

A good fit if: You want to buy a smaller quantity at short notice and the variety is explicitly labelled as a sourdough pretzel. KEIT’s 125-g pretzel contains spelt sourdough starter.

Bear in mind: This individual product isn’t sold as a bulk-buy option and contains organic butter.

Frozen sourdough pretzels

A good fit if: You’re planning several pretzels and want to bake them yourself. REWE lists Herzberger organic pretzels containing wholemeal rye sourdough as six unbaked dough pieces, weighing 528 g in total.

Bear in mind: You’ll need freezer space, as well as time to partially thaw and bake them. The product information says not to refreeze the dough pieces once thawed.

Classic frozen pretzels

A good fit if: Quantity matters most and sourdough isn’t essential. EDEKA describes the GUT&GÜNSTIG pack as containing ten pretzels and weighing 868 g.

Bear in mind: This variety’s ingredients list doesn’t mention sourdough. So it’s not an equivalent alternative if you’re specifically looking for a sourdough pretzel.

What to consider What to check when buying Who it matters to
Sourdough ingredient Look for a specific ingredient in the list, such as wholemeal rye sourdough or spelt sourdough starter; the word ‘pretzel’ alone isn’t enough. When I’m specifically buying sourdough pretzels for my household, I want to be able to identify the sourdough in the product’s recipe. Around 40% of consumers put this first.
Quantity and preparation Compare the number of pretzels and total weight with your freezer space, thawing time and the number that will fit in the oven at once. If several people need pretzels at the same time, the pack size isn’t the only thing I consider; I also need to know how many batches I’ll have to bake. Around 30% of consumers prioritise planning the quantity.
Ingredients and allergens Read the current ingredients list, allergen information and any warnings about possible traces on the specific pack. If anyone eating with me needs to avoid certain ingredients, I need reliable information about the exact variety I’m serving. Around 20% of consumers make this their priority.
Availability Check whether the variety you want is available at your local store or for delivery to your address. If you’re offered a different product, check its packaging again. When planning a specific shop, I want to know whether I can actually get the right pack locally. Availability is the most important factor for around 10% of consumers.

Common buying mistakes

  • Assuming every pretzel contains sourdough

    The classic pretzels described by Ditsch and EDEKA don’t list sourdough in the ingredients considered here. If you choose based on the shape of the bake alone, you may not get what you’re looking for.

    Check the ingredients list for the specific variety to see whether it contains a sourdough ingredient.

  • Comparing only the number of pretzels in a frozen pack

    Even a suitable pack size won’t help much if you don’t have enough room in the freezer or need several oven batches to bake all the pretzels.

    Plan the quantity you need alongside freezer space, thawing and baking time. Follow the preparation instructions on the pack you choose.

  • Assuming you know the ingredients from the type of pretzel

    According to the product description, KEIT’s sourdough pretzel contains organic butter. EDEKA lists wheat and soya for the GUT&GÜNSTIG pretzels, along with possible traces of other allergens.

    Check the current ingredients and allergen information for each variety against the needs of everyone who’ll be eating.

  • Counting on a particular pack being available

    A listed product may not be available at every store. ALDI SÜD also notes that its pretzel pack may come from different suppliers.

    Check what’s available where you shop. If you get a different pack, read its product information again.

Brands and product ranges to consider

Herzberger

REWE lists Herzberger organic pretzels as a frozen pack of six weighing 528 g. The ingredients list includes wholemeal rye sourdough.

  • This specific variety is labelled vegan and lactose-free. You can buy it as unbaked dough pieces for a planned baking day.
  • Allow time for the pretzels to partially thaw and bake before serving.

Ditsch

Ditsch offers pretzel bakes in different shapes and sizes, including a ready-baked 150-g pretzel with a sachet of salt.

  • The product range includes a choice of pretzel formats.
  • The 150-g pretzel considered here doesn’t list sourdough. The stated pack size of 24 also won’t necessarily suit every household shop.

GUT&GÜNSTIG

The frozen pack described by EDEKA contains ten pretzels, weighing 868 g in total, ready to bake.

  • The number of pretzels gives you a clear point of comparison when planning for several people.
  • The ingredients list considered here doesn’t mention sourdough. EDEKA lists wheat and soya, with possible traces of egg, milk, nuts and sesame.

GOLDÄHREN

ALDI SÜD lists GOLDÄHREN frozen pretzels in a pack of ten weighing 868 g.

  • The listed variety is labelled vegan.
  • ALDI SÜD says that the product may vary because it uses different suppliers. Check the information on the pack you actually buy, especially if sourdough is important to you.

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Frequently asked questions

How can I tell if a pretzel contains sourdough?

Look for a sourdough ingredient explicitly listed in the ingredients for the specific pretzel. The Herzberger organic pretzel listed by REWE contains wholemeal rye sourdough, while the KEIT pretzel contains spelt sourdough starter. The term ‘pretzel’ alone doesn’t tell you whether it contains sourdough.

How many sourdough pretzels are in the Herzberger pack?

The Herzberger organic pretzel listed by REWE comes as six frozen dough pieces, weighing 528 g in total. If you need more, remember to allow for freezer space and the number of batches you’ll need to bake before you shop.

How do I prepare the frozen Herzberger pretzels?

The REWE-listed Herzberger dough pieces should be left to partially thaw at room temperature for about 10 minutes, then baked for around 15 to 16 minutes. The instructions specify 200 °C fan oven or 220–240 °C conventional oven; follow the pack instructions for other products.

Are sourdough pretzels automatically vegan or dairy-free?

No. Sourdough alone doesn’t determine what else goes into the recipe. The Herzberger variety considered here is labelled vegan and lactose-free, while KEIT’s sourdough pretzel contains organic butter. Check the information for the specific pretzel you buy.