Butter Toffee Pretzels

Introduction

Butter Toffee Pretzels are the perfect sweet-and-salty snack that everyone loves. Crunchy mini pretzels are coated in a rich buttery toffee glaze, baked until crisp, and finished with irresistible toffee bits for extra flavor and crunch. This easy homemade treat is perfect for holiday gifting, party snack tables, movie nights, or anytime you crave something deliciously addictive.

Ingredients

• 10 cups mini pretzel twists (1 bag, 16 oz)
• 1 cup light brown sugar, lightly packed
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick), cubed
• 1/4 cup light corn syrup
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 bag (8 oz) Heath toffee bits, divided

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Oven and Pan

Preheat your oven to 200°F (93°C). Lightly grease a large roasting pan with cooking spray. Add the mini pretzels to the pan and set aside.

Step 2: Make the Toffee Mixture

In a heavy-bottomed medium saucepan, combine the brown sugar, cubed butter, and corn syrup. Place over medium heat and bring to a rolling boil.

Step 3: Boil and Stir

Once boiling, cook for exactly 5 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent burning.

Step 4: Add Vanilla and Baking Soda

Remove the saucepan from heat immediately. Quickly whisk in the vanilla extract and baking soda. The mixture will foam and expand rapidly, which is normal.

Step 5: Coat the Pretzels

Carefully pour the hot toffee mixture over the pretzels. Sprinkle half of the Heath toffee bits over the top. Use two spatulas to toss everything together until evenly coated.

Step 6: Bake

Place the roasting pan in the oven and bake for 1 hour. Stir the pretzels every 15 minutes so they bake evenly and stay coated.

Step 7: Cool and Add Final Toffee

After baking, immediately spread the hot pretzel mixture onto wax paper or parchment paper in an even layer. Sprinkle the remaining toffee bits over the top while still hot.

Step 8: Set and Serve

Allow the pretzels to cool and harden completely, about 1 hour. Break into clusters and serve.

Conclusion

Butter Toffee Pretzels are a crunchy, caramelized snack that perfectly balances sweet and salty flavors. They’re easy to make, impossible to resist, and ideal for sharing during holidays or special gatherings. Make a batch once, and you’ll want to keep this recipe on repeat all year long.