These addictive pretzel bites combine the crunch of pretzels with a sweet caramel coating and a sprinkle of sea salt, perfect for snacking or party treats.
10 min prep
5 min cook
8 servings
290 kcal/serving
Ingredients
4 cups mini pretzel twists
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
1/4 cup light corn syrup
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon flaky sea salt
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Place pretzels in a large bowl.
In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar and corn syrup. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Boil for 4 minutes without stirring.
Remove from heat. Stir in vanilla and baking soda (mixture will foam).
Pour caramel over pretzels and stir gently to coat.
Spread pretzels in a single layer on prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle with sea salt.
Bake for 5 minutes. Let cool completely on baking sheet. Break into pieces.
Tips
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
Variation: Add 1/2 cup chopped pecans or peanuts with the pretzels.
For chocolate drizzle, melt 1/2 cup chocolate chips and drizzle over cooled bites.