Butter Toffee Pretzels – Sweet, Crunchy, and Addictively Delicious

Butter Toffee Pretzels are the ultimate sweet-and-salty treat. Crunchy pretzels are coated in a rich, buttery toffee glaze, baked to perfection, and finished with a golden caramelized crunch. Every bite is a perfect balance of salty pretzel snap and melt-in-your-mouth toffee sweetness. Whether you’re looking for a fun party snack, a homemade gift, or an irresistible movie-night treat, these are a guaranteed hit.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Simple Ingredients: Made with pantry staples you already have.
Sweet & Salty Perfection: The ultimate flavor balance in every bite.
Great for Gifting: Perfect for holiday jars, snack bags, or dessert platters.
Easy to Make: Minimal effort for maximum flavor.

Ingredients

• 6 cups mini pretzels
• 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
• ½ cup unsalted butter
• ¼ cup light corn syrup (or honey as an alternative)
• ½ tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Optional: coarse sea salt, for extra crunch

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven
Preheat oven to 250°F (120°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly spray with cooking spray.

2. Make the Toffee Coating
In a medium saucepan, combine butter, brown sugar, and corn syrup. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens and becomes smooth (about 3–4 minutes).

3. Add Baking Soda & Vanilla
Remove from heat and stir in baking soda and vanilla extract. The mixture will bubble slightly—this is normal and helps create that airy, crispy texture.

4. Coat the Pretzels
Place pretzels in a large bowl and pour the toffee mixture over them. Toss gently until pretzels are evenly coated.

5. Bake to Perfection
Spread the coated pretzels in a single layer on the baking sheet. Bake for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes to prevent clumping.

6. Cool & Enjoy
Remove from oven and let cool completely on the baking sheet. Once cooled, break apart any clusters and store in an airtight container.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 160
Carbohydrates: 26g
Fat: 6g
Protein: 1g
Fiber: 1g

Tips for Success

• Low & Slow Baking: Keeps the toffee from burning and makes it crisp perfectly.
• Use Fresh Pretzels: The crunchier the pretzel, the better the texture.
• Add Toppings: Drizzle with melted chocolate or sprinkle with crushed nuts for a gourmet touch.
• Storage Tip: Keep in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks—if they last that long!

Why This Recipe Works

The simple butter-toffee blend caramelizes perfectly around each pretzel, creating a glossy, sweet shell with just enough crunch. The contrast of buttery sweetness and salty snap makes these irresistible and dangerously snackable.

Butter Toffee Pretzels are a quick, easy, and utterly delicious snack that delivers the perfect balance of sweet, salty, and crunchy. Ideal for holidays, parties, or everyday snacking, they’re the kind of treat everyone asks for the recipe after tasting. Once you make a batch, you’ll want to keep these golden bites stocked year-round!