Caramel Pretzels with Butter (Recipe for Printing)
Enjoy caramel pretzels made with crunchy mini twists and a buttery, rich caramel glaze. Ideal for parties, holiday sharing, or afternoon treats. Save & click.
# What You Need:
→ Main Ingredients
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4 cups mini pretzels
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1 cup unsalted butter
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1 cup granulated sugar
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2 tablespoons water
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1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
# How to Make It:
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Preheat oven to 200°F. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and coat with non-stick spray. Place a cooling rack on the baking sheet and spray with non-stick spray.
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Melt butter, sugar, and water together in a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir constantly as the mixture comes to a boil. Continue cooking, stirring, until the mixture reaches 305°F on a candy thermometer. Remove from heat and blend in vanilla extract.
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Add mini pretzels to the caramel mixture and stir gently to ensure all pretzels are evenly coated.
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Arrange coated pretzels on the prepared rack. Bake for 20–30 minutes to allow the caramel to set and pretzels to dry.
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Remove from oven and allow pretzels to cool completely on the rack before serving.
# Extra Tips:
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Monitor the caramel closely while heating to prevent burning; using a candy thermometer ensures optimal texture and flavor.