Butter Toffee Pretzels Recipe

Introduction

Butter Toffee Pretzels are a deliciously sweet and crunchy snack perfect for any occasion. Coated in a rich, buttery toffee and studded with crunchy toffee bits, these pretzels offer a perfect balance of salty and sweet flavors.

Ingredients

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

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 200° F. Lightly grease a large roasting pan with cooking spray or use a disposable roasting pan for easy cleanup. Add the pretzels to the pan and set aside.
2. Step 2: In a medium saucepan, combine the brown sugar, cubed butter, and corn syrup. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Boil for 5 minutes, then remove from heat.
3. Step 3: Whisk in the vanilla extract and baking soda carefully; the toffee will bubble vigorously, which is normal.
4. Step 4: Pour the hot toffee mixture evenly over the pretzels. Sprinkle half of the toffee bits over the mixture, then toss everything together to coat the pretzels evenly.
5. Step 5: Bake in the oven for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes to ensure even coating of the toffee mixture on the pretzels.
6. Step 6: Once baked, spread the pretzels onto a wax paper-lined countertop. Immediately sprinkle with the remaining toffee bits. Let cool and harden for about 1 hour before breaking into smaller clusters for serving or packaging.

Tips & Variations

• Use a disposable roasting pan to make cleanup easier without compromising the bake quality.
• Substitute Heath toffee bits with chocolate chips or crushed nuts for added variation.
• Be cautious when whisking in the baking soda as the toffee mixture bubbles up quickly.

Storage

Store Butter Toffee Pretzels in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks. They can become sticky in humid environments, so keep them in a cool, dry place. No need to reheat—enjoy them straight from the container.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use regular pretzels instead of mini twists?

Yes, regular pretzels work well too, but mini twists provide better coverage and an even balance of toffee coating.

What if I don’t have corn syrup?

You can substitute corn syrup with an equal amount of honey or maple syrup, though this may slightly alter the flavor and texture.

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Butter Toffee Pretzels combine crunchy mini pretzel twists coated in a rich, buttery toffee glaze with sweet Heath toffee bits for an irresistible, crunchy snack. Perfect for parties or gift-giving, this easy recipe bakes the pretzels in a buttery caramel toffee mixture until sticky and sweet, then cools into crunchy clusters.

• Author: Clara
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 1 hour
• Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes plus 1 hour cooling
• Yield: Approximately 12 cups of Butter Toffee Pretzels 1x
• Category: Snack
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Ingredients

• 10 cups (One 16 oz bag) mini pretzel twists
• 1 cup lightly packed light brown sugar
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, cubed
• 1/4 cup light corn syrup
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1 bag Heath toffee bits (about 12 oz)

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pretzels: Preheat your oven to 200° F. Lightly grease a large roasting pan with cooking spray—using a disposable pan makes cleanup easier. Spread the mini pretzel twists evenly in the pan and set aside.
2. Make Toffee Mixture: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the brown sugar, cubed butter, and light corn syrup. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring constantly, and allow it to boil for 5 minutes. This will help the toffee reach the right consistency.
3. Add Flavor and Baking Soda: Remove the saucepan from heat. Whisk in vanilla extract and baking soda carefully—the mixture will bubble vigorously, which is normal and helps aerate the toffee for a lighter texture.
4. Coat Pretzels: Pour the hot toffee mixture evenly over the pretzels in the roasting pan. Sprinkle half of the Heath toffee bits over the pretzels. Toss everything together gently but thoroughly to evenly coat the pretzels with the toffee and bits.
5. Bake and Stir: Place the roasting pan in the preheated oven and bake for 1 hour. Every 15 minutes, remove the pan and carefully stir the pretzels to ensure all pieces get coated evenly by the toffee mixture.
6. Cool and Add Remaining Toffee Bits: After baking, spread the coated pretzels onto a wax paper-lined countertop. Immediately sprinkle the remaining Heath toffee bits over the top while still warm so they stick to the clusters as they cool.
7. Set and Serve: Allow the pretzels to cool and the toffee to harden completely—about 1 hour. Once set, break the pretzels into smaller clusters for serving or packaging.

Notes

• Be careful when whisking in baking soda as the mixture bubbles vigorously.
• Use light corn syrup for the best texture; dark corn syrup will alter flavor.
• Stirring every 15 minutes during baking is essential to evenly coat pretzels and avoid burning.
• Store the cooled clusters in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
• For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of sea salt before baking.

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