Why Make This Recipe
Butter Toffee Pretzels are a delightful treat that combines sweet, buttery toffee with crunchy pretzels. This easy recipe is perfect for parties, snack time, or just a fun dessert. The contrast of the salty pretzels and sweet toffee makes for a delicious snack that everyone will love. Plus, they are simple to make and require just a few ingredients!
How to Make Butter Toffee Pretzels
Ingredients
- 16 ounces mini pretzel twists
- 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
- ½ cup (1 stick) salted butter, sliced into pats
- 5 tablespoons light corn syrup
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 8 ounces Heath English toffee bits, divided
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Spread the mini pretzel twists evenly across the prepared baking sheet.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the brown sugar, butter, and corn syrup. Stir until the mixture begins to boil.
- Allow the mixture to boil without stirring for 4–5 minutes, until thickened and caramel-colored. Remove from heat.
- Stir in the vanilla extract and baking soda; the mixture will bubble up — this is normal.
- Pour the toffee mixture evenly over the pretzels and gently spread if needed.
- Bake for 5 minutes to help the toffee set.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle half of the toffee bits over the pretzels. Let soften for 2–3 minutes, then gently spread.
- Sprinkle the remaining toffee bits on top and allow the pretzels to cool completely, about 30 minutes.
- Break into clusters and store in an airtight container.
How to Serve Butter Toffee Pretzels
Serve Butter Toffee Pretzels as a snack at gatherings or enjoy them while watching a movie. They are great to munch on alone or can be added to a dessert platter. They also make a wonderful gift when packaged nicely.
How to Store Butter Toffee Pretzels
Store the Butter Toffee Pretzels in an airtight container at room temperature. They should stay fresh for about a week. If you want to keep them longer, you can store them in the fridge, but be sure to let them come to room temperature before serving.
Tips to Make Butter Toffee Pretzels
- Make sure to stir the toffee mixture occasionally, or watch closely as it boils to prevent burning.
- Use a silicone baking mat for easy removal of the pretzels.
- You can adjust the amount of toffee bits to your liking, adding more for a richer flavor.
Variation
Try adding nuts like pecans or almonds for an extra crunch. You can also use chocolate chips instead of toffee bits for a different flavor.
FAQs
1. Can I use regular-sized pretzels instead of mini pretzels?
Yes, you can use regular-sized pretzels, but the baking time may need to be adjusted slightly.
2. What can I use instead of light corn syrup?
You can try using maple syrup or honey as a substitute, but this may change the flavor slightly.
3. How do I make these pretzels more chocolatey?
You can drizzle melted chocolate on top after the pretzels have cooled, or replace some of the toffee bits with chocolate chips.
Butter Toffee Pretzels
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Delightful Butter Toffee Pretzels with sweet, buttery toffee and crunchy pretzels, perfect for parties or as a snack.
Ingredients
- 16 ounces mini pretzel twists
- 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
- ½ cup (1 stick) salted butter, sliced into pats
- 5 tablespoons light corn syrup
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 8 ounces Heath English toffee bits, divided
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Spread the mini pretzel twists evenly across the prepared baking sheet.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the brown sugar, butter, and corn syrup. Stir until the mixture begins to boil.
- Allow the mixture to boil without stirring for 4–5 minutes, until thickened and caramel-colored. Remove from heat.
- Stir in the vanilla extract and baking soda; the mixture will bubble up — this is normal.
- Pour the toffee mixture evenly over the pretzels and gently spread if needed.
- Bake for 5 minutes to help the toffee set.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle half of the toffee bits over the pretzels. Let soften for 2–3 minutes, then gently spread.
- Sprinkle the remaining toffee bits on top and allow the pretzels to cool completely, about 30 minutes.
- Break into clusters and store in an airtight container.
Notes
Make sure to stir the toffee mixture occasionally to prevent burning. Use a silicone baking mat for easy removal of the pretzels.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American