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Cinnamon Pretzels Recipe

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Cinnamon Toast Crunch Pretzels are a delightful snack featuring crunchy mini pretzels coated in a buttery, sweet cinnamon sugar glaze. Perfectly baked to achieve a crisp texture with a warm cinnamon aroma, these pretzel bites are ideal for snacking, parties, or gifting.

Ingredients

Snack Base

  • 4 cups mini pretzels

Cinnamon Sugar Coating

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
  2. Prepare Cinnamon Sugar Mixture: Melt the unsalted butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Once melted, stir in the granulated sugar, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
  3. Coat the Pretzels: Place the mini pretzels in a large mixing bowl. Pour the cinnamon sugar butter mixture over the pretzels, then toss thoroughly to coat each pretzel evenly with the glaze.
  4. Arrange for Baking: Spread the coated pretzels in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet to ensure even baking and crispiness.
  5. Bake: Bake the pretzels for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring halfway through to redistribute the coating and maintain an even bake across all pretzels.
  6. Cool and Serve: Remove the pretzels from the oven, toss once more to ensure all pieces are evenly coated, then let them cool completely on the baking sheet before serving or storing to allow the coating to set and become crisp.

Notes

  • Stir halfway through baking to ensure all pretzels are evenly coated and baked.
  • Allow pretzels to cool completely; this will help the coating to firm up for a perfect crunch.
  • Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to one week.
  • For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the cinnamon sugar mixture.
  • Using parchment paper on the baking sheet helps prevent sticking and simplifies cleanup.

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