Description
Butter Toffee Pretzels are a deliciously sweet and crunchy snack made by coating tiny pretzel twists in a rich butter, brown sugar, and corn syrup mixture, then baked to perfection and topped with sweet English toffee bits. This treat combines salty and sweet flavors with a crunchy texture, making it perfect for parties, holiday gatherings, or an indulgent snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 15 ounces tiny pretzel twists
- 1 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- 1 stick unsalted butter (1/2 cup), cut into pats
- 1/3 cup light corn syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 8 ounces Heath English Toffee bits, divided
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 200 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for baking the coated pretzels.
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil and generously spray it with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Make Toffee Mixture: In a large stock pot, combine the brown sugar, butter, and light corn syrup. Heat over medium heat while continuously stirring until the mixture reaches a low boil.
- Boil Toffee: Reduce the heat and keep stirring as the mixture boils gently for 5 minutes, allowing it to thicken and develop flavor.
- Add Flavorings: Remove the pot from heat; stir in the salt, vanilla extract, and baking soda. The mixture will bubble and foam—stir until it settles down.
- Coat Pretzels: Gradually add the pretzels to the pot in thirds, stirring after each addition to evenly coat all pretzels with the toffee mixture.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Spread the coated pretzels evenly on the prepared baking sheet for uniform baking.
- Add Toffee Bits: Sprinkle half of the English toffee bits over the pretzels on the baking sheet.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet into the preheated oven and bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes total. Stir and turn the pretzels every 15 minutes to ensure even baking and coating.
- Final Toffee Topping: After baking, remove the pan from the oven and immediately sprinkle the remaining toffee bits over the hot pretzels so they melt slightly and stick.
- Cool and Set: Allow the pretzels to rest on the baking sheet for 15 minutes so the toffee sets before breaking into pieces for serving.
Notes
- Using light or dark brown sugar will slightly alter the flavor—dark brown adds a deeper molasses note.
- Make sure to stir frequently during the boiling step to prevent burning.
- Breaking the pretzels into smaller pieces after baking makes them easier to serve and eat.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week for best freshness.
