Easy and Quick Cinnamon Sugar Pretzels Recipe
These Easy and Quick Cinnamon Sugar Pretzels are a delightful sweet snack combining crunchy pretzel twists tossed in melted butter and coated with a cinnamon sugar mixture, then baked to golden perfection. Perfect for parties, movie nights, or anytime you crave a sweet and salty treat that’s simple to make and irresistibly tasty.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 15 servings
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 15 oz. pretzel twists (1 bag)
- 8 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted / 1 stick)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a nonstick baking mat to prevent sticking.
- Prepare pretzels: Pour the pretzel twists into a large mixing bowl, making sure they have enough space for thorough coating.
- Coat with butter: Drizzle the melted unsalted butter over the pretzels and use a rubber spatula to toss them gently but thoroughly until all pretzels are evenly coated with butter.
- Mix cinnamon sugar: In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon, mixing them together until uniform.
- Coat with cinnamon sugar: Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture over the buttered pretzels and toss again to ensure an even coating of sweet cinnamon flavor on every piece.
- Arrange for baking: Transfer the coated pretzels evenly onto the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
- Bake the pretzels: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 30 minutes. Every 5 to 10 minutes, gently stir the pretzels with a heat-safe spoon or spatula to promote even baking and prevent burning.
- Monitor baking: Keep an eye on the pretzels during the baking process as ovens vary; watch for signs of burning and adjust time if necessary.
- Cool completely: Once baked and no longer wet, remove the pretzels from the oven and let them cool completely on the baking sheet. Cooling can take between 20 to 45 minutes depending on your environment.
- Serve and enjoy: Once cooled, serve the cinnamon sugar pretzels as a delicious snack that everyone will love.
Notes
- Use parchment paper or a nonstick baking mat to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Stirring the pretzels during baking ensures even coating and prevents burning.
- Cooling completely is important for the sugar coating to set and prevent sogginess.
- If you prefer a stronger cinnamon flavor, you can increase the cinnamon to 3 tablespoons.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days to maintain crunchiness.
