Recipes with Pretzels

Our recipes with pretzels include fun ideas to transform pretzels into delicious apps, dinners and even sweets. Sweet-and-salty lovers, rejoice!

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    Giant Pretzel Recipe

    My husband and our friends and family love these soft, chewy pretzels. Let the bread machine mix the dough, then all you have to do is shape and bake these fun snacks. —Sherry Peterson, Fort Collins, Colorado

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    These Are the Best Pretzels You Can Buy, According to Our Test Kitchen

    Looking for the best pretzels to snack on? Our Test Kitchen pros tried the most popular brands. Just three got...


    10 Pretzel Shapes That Aren’t Your Basic Twist

    Go beyond the classic twist with these pretzel shapes that range from simple nuggets to holiday-themed centerpieces.


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    Learn How to Make Soft Pretzels at Home

    This soft, chewy snack is a staple at German beer halls and breweries, but why make the trip when it's...


    How to Safely Use Food-Grade Lye for Pretzels

    Ditch the baking soda and learn how to make pretzels the old-fashioned way—by using a lye bath.

    Pumpkin Latte Cheesecake Tarts

    It's hard to resist this pumpkin latte cheesecake recipe. Use extra pretzel crumbs or toffee chips for a garnish. —Arlene...


    Pretzel Strawberry Bark

    This is my candy version of the classic strawberry pretzel dessert. It uses ruby chocolate, which is fairly new on...

    Watermelon Salad with Cinnamon Pretzel Crunch

    2 reviews

    This is such a wonderful side dish to enjoy during a hot summer, especially here in Texas. My family loves...


    Lightsaber Pretzels

    Candy-coated lightsaber pretzels take on a fun Star Wars theme. These treats are wonderfully sweet and salty. —Taste of Home...


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    Strawberry Pretzel Dessert Jars

    3 reviews

    Need to bring a dish to pass this weekend? This make-ahead layered dessert, adorable in individual Mason jars, will disappear...


    Berry Pretzel Fluff Dessert

    If you're asked to bring dessert to a summer potluck, this is the perfect recipe. It can be made ahead...

    Air-Fryer Pretzel-Crusted Catfish

    I love the flavor of this air-fryer catfish. I’m not a big fish lover, so any recipe that has me...


    Savory Cracker Snack Mix

    9 reviews

    After trying a snack mix with the flavors of my favorite Everything bagel seasoning, a friend suggested I make it...


    Caramel Chex Mix

    2 reviews

    Whether you're hosting a party or need a homemade gift idea, retro-style caramel Chex mix is a salty-sweet crowd-pleaser that...


    Parmesan-Ranch Snack Mix

    11 reviews

    This is a quick, easy and delicious snack, especially for kids. No one I've made it for can have just...


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    33 Sweet and Salty Pretzel Desserts

    Want the best of both worlds? Try pretzel desserts that marry salt and sweetness for treats you can't resist.

    Parmesan-Pretzel Crisps

    2 reviews

    I love this recipe because I usually have the ingredients on hand and it is so easy to prepare. It's...


    Pretzel Bark Candy

    I usually make this pretzel candy as a gift, but it's also fun to share at office parties. The recipe...


    Pretzel Log Cabin

    2 reviews

    Longing to live in a log cabin? The house plans on these pages put the next best thing at your...


    Chunky Drop Cookies

    2 reviews

    The night before I make these drop cookies, I measure out the pretzels, peanuts, raisins and chocolate. Assembly goes quickly...


    Pecan Caramel Candies

    35 reviews

    Salty and sweet, these candies are the perfect little snack. Form a kitchen assembly line with your kids, and the...


    Crunchy Chocolate Clusters

    1 review

    This easy candy has a south-of-the-border flavor with cinnamon, chocolate and coffee. Sweet, salty and crunchy, it's a great no-bake...


    Crispy Pretzel Bars

    9 reviews

    I often make a big batch of these peanut butter-flavored cereal bars on days that I don't want to heat...


    Chocolate Caramel Hazelnut Pie

    1 review

    I love chocolate, caramel and hazelnuts, so I came up with a recipe that has all three. If you don't...


    Pretzel-Topped Sweet Potatoes

    28 reviews

    Everyone I've shared this recipe with says it's the tastiest way to serve sweet potatoes. I like to make it...

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    Pretzel-Coated Chicken Nuggets

    Chicken nuggets with a crushed pretzel crust have a guaranteed wow factor. Have them as a quick weeknight supper or...


    Contest-Winning Strawberry Pretzel Dessert

    1 review

    I love the sweet-salty flavor of this pretty, layered dessert. Sliced strawberries and gelatin top a smooth cream cheese filling...


    Chocolate Peanut Butter Crunch Bars

    17 reviews

    My twist on rice crispy bars includes crunchy crushed pretzels. Then I top them with a creamy peanut butter coating...


    Chocolate-Covered Pretzels

    4 reviews

    These chocolate-covered pretzels came from my grandma, who loves to make candy and treats for my students. I have followed...


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    Snow Day Cookies

    4 reviews

    Clear your pantry to make these chocolate chip cookies loaded with goodies. We add oats, M&M’s, pretzels and even potato...


    Blueberry Pretzel Dessert

    2 reviews

    I received this recipe from my sister-in-law many years ago, and it's been requested by my daughter for her birthday...