Cinnamon Sugar Soft Pretzel Bites
Cinnamon Sugar Soft Pretzel Bites are bite-sized, chewy dough treats that are boiled in a baking soda bath before baking, giving them their classic pretzel crust. They are then tossed in melted butter and a mixture of cinnamon and granular sugar. This sweet snack is a popular carnival, fair, and mall food staple, with German origins for the pretzel base.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
These are a high-carbohydrate snack, primarily from refined flour and sugar, with a moderate amount of fat from the butter coating. They provide a quick source of energy and small amounts of iron and B vitamins from the enriched flour.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 340 kcal |
| Protein | 6 g |
| Carbs | 58 g |
| Fat | 10 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 18 g |
| Sodium | 480 mg |
| Iron | 3 mg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.4 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 4 mg |
| Folate | 80 mcg |
| Calcium | 60 mg |
| Potassium | 100 mg |
| Phosphorus | 80 mg |
| Selenium | 12 mcg |
Per 1 serving (about 10-12 bites, 120g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The unique texture comes from the alkaline baking soda bath, which gelatinizes the dough's surface for a distinctive chew and deep brown color. Nutritionally, they are an energy-dense treat, best enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
