How to Make Butter Toffee Pretzels
1. Prepare the Pretzels
Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or foil and spread the pretzels out in an even layer.
2. Make the Toffee Sauce
In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and brown sugar together. Stir constantly until the mixture comes to a gentle boil. Let it boil for about 3 minutes, continuing to stir, until slightly thickened.
Remove from heat and carefully stir in vanilla extract and baking soda. The mixture will foam slightly—this is normal and helps create that light, crunchy coating.
3. Coat the Pretzels
Pour the hot toffee sauce over the pretzels. Use a spatula to gently toss and coat them as evenly as possible.
4. Bake and Stir
Bake the pretzels for 45–60 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes to ensure even coating and prevent sticking. As they bake, the toffee sets and transforms into a crisp shell.
5. Cool and Separate
Remove from the oven and spread the pretzels out to cool. As they cool, they’ll harden completely. Break apart any clusters once cooled.
Tips for Perfect Butter Toffee Pretzels
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Stir regularly while baking to avoid clumps
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Use parchment paper for easy cleanup
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Add a light sprinkle of sea salt while warm for extra contrast
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Drizzle with melted chocolate once cooled for a decadent twist
When to Serve Butter Toffee Pretzels
These treats are perfect for:
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Holiday snack trays
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Party bowls
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Homemade gift bags
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Movie nights or road trips
They store well in an airtight container, making them ideal for make-ahead snacking.
A Snack That Always Steals the Spotlight
Butter Toffee Pretzels are proof that simple ingredients can create something unforgettable. Crunchy, buttery, and just sweet enough, they hit every craving at once. Once you make them, they tend to become a go-to recipe—requested by friends, hoarded by family, and quietly eaten straight from the container.
One batch is never enough.
