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

    Caramel Apple Bar

    Make this caramel apple bar the centerpiece for all your seasonal soirees. The artfully arranged board makes it easy to...


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    Pretzel Buns

    2 reviews

    Hosting a cookout? Bake a batch of these pretzel buns the morning of so they're ready to serve with freshly...


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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...


    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...


    Easy White Chocolate Party Mix

    16 reviews

    I get rave reviews every time I prepare this crispy combination of cereal, popcorn, pretzels, nuts and candies. Coated in...

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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...


    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...


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    Soft Pretzels

    11 reviews

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


    Rudolph Treats

    4 reviews

    These adorable goodies are a fun treat for kids, neighbors and friends. Get the little ones involved and let them...


    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...


    Chili-Lime Snack Mix

    1 review

    Why buy a pricey bagged snack mix when you can easily make a better-tasting one at home? Create a Southwestern...


    Maple Pretzel Chicken

    26 reviews

    This unexpected combo delivers delicious results. The finer the pretzel crumb, the better. Larger pieces won't coat as well. —Tara...

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    Caramel Pretzel Bites

    40 reviews

    I created this recipe wanting to make my own version of a popular candy store pretzel log dipped in caramel,...


    Sweet & Salty Truffle Pie

    6 reviews

    Homemade truffles—a little bit sweet and a little bit salty—will keep you coming back for more. Store extra truffles in...


    Pretzel Sticks

    3 reviews

    This pretzel sticks recipe makes wonderful chewy pretzels that taste incredible when they're still warm from the oven. They're also...


    Marshmallow-Peanut Popcorn

    3 reviews

    My brother calls this combo of popcorn, marshmallows, peanuts and pretzels the “perfect popcorn." The taste is reminiscent of a...


    Bird Nests

    11 reviews

    This is a fun, kid-friendly recipe I pulled together a few years ago. My kids love helping me make these....


    Sweet Chipotle Pretzels

    7 reviews

    Pretzels are a great snack food. I love this recipe because it is sweet as well as spicy, but not...