Irresistible Butter Toffee Pretzels – Sweet & Salty Treats Recipe
Delight in these irresistible Butter Toffee Pretzels, a perfect sweet and salty treat featuring crunchy pretzels coated in a rich buttery toffee, topped with melted semi-sweet chocolate and crunchy chopped nuts. This easy-to-make snack combines the best of caramel, chocolate, and salty pretzels for a truly addictive dessert or party treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 cups (serves 8) 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 4 cups classic pretzel twists
- 1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks)
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped almonds or pecans
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup.
- Make Toffee Sauce: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter and add the light brown sugar. Stir consistently until the mixture bubbles and thickens into a luscious toffee sauce.
- Add Vanilla: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the pure vanilla extract, blending it thoroughly to enhance the flavor of your toffee.
- Coat Pretzels: Spread the pretzel twists evenly onto the parchment-lined baking sheet. Pour the hot toffee sauce over the pretzels, ensuring each piece is generously coated for maximum flavor.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10 to 12 minutes until the toffee is bubbly and golden brown, indicating caramelization and perfect crispiness.
- Add Chocolate & Nuts: As soon as the baking sheet comes out of the oven, immediately sprinkle the semi-sweet chocolate chips over the hot pretzels and let them melt. Then sprinkle the chopped almonds or pecans on top to add a satisfying crunch and nutty flavor.
Notes
- Use parchment paper to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
- Ensure the toffee mixture bubbles and thickens sufficiently for proper coating.
- Use fresh vanilla extract for best flavor.
- Choose your favorite nuts or omit them for a nut-free version.
- Serve once chocolate has cooled slightly but is still melty for best texture.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container to maintain crunch.
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