Butter Toffee Pretzels (Printable Version)

Crunchy pretzels coated in a golden, buttery toffee sauce and topped with melted chocolate for the ultimate sweet and salty treat.

# What You Need:

→ Pretzels

01 - 7 oz mini pretzel twists

→ Toffee Coating

02 - 4 oz (½ cup) unsalted butter
03 - 3.5 oz (½ cup) light brown sugar
04 - 2 tbsp light corn syrup
05 - ¼ tsp sea salt
06 - ½ tsp vanilla extract

→ Chocolate Drizzle

07 - 2 oz (⅓ cup) semi-sweet chocolate chips
08 - 1 tsp coconut oil or vegetable oil
09 - Sea salt flakes for garnish

# How To Make It:

01 - Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Spread the mini pretzels in a single, even layer.
02 - In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the butter, brown sugar, corn syrup, and salt. Stir constantly until the mixture reaches a gentle boil.
03 - Allow the mixture to boil for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until it thickens and achieves a golden color. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract immediately.
04 - Pour the hot toffee mixture evenly over the pretzels. Use a spatula to gently toss and coat the pretzels as thoroughly as possible.
05 - Let the mixture cool for approximately 10 minutes to allow the toffee to set before applying the chocolate.
06 - Place the chocolate chips and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring in between, until the mixture is completely smooth.
07 - Drizzle the melted chocolate over the cooled pretzels. Sprinkle with sea salt flakes if desired. Allow the chocolate to set completely before breaking the pretzels apart for serving.

# Helpful Hints:

01 -
  • You get that perfect crunch without needing a candy thermometer or advanced skills.
  • The balance of salty pretzels and sweet toffee is absolutely addictive.
02 -
  • Do not walk away from the stove once the sugar mixture starts boiling, as it can burn quickly.
  • Work fast when pouring the toffee, as it begins to set the moment it hits the cool pretzels.
03 -
  • Use a silicone spatula to scrape every last drop of toffee out of the pot.
  • If your chocolate seizes, add a tiny bit more oil and stir vigorously to save it.

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