Info
Servings: 12
Total Time: 2 hours (including cooling)
Difficulty: Easy
Calories per Serving: ~280
Macros (Approx.):
Protein: 4g | Carbs: 38g | Fat: 13g | Fiber: 1g
Intro: The Addictive Sweet-Salty Snack Everyone Loves
There’s something irresistible about the combination of crunchy pretzels and buttery toffee. This Butter Toffee Pretzels recipe hits that perfect sweet-salty balance that makes it nearly impossible to stop at just one handful.
Slow-baked in a rich brown sugar toffee and finished with crunchy Heath toffee bits, these pretzels are crisp, glossy, and deeply caramelized. They’re the kind of snack you make once and immediately get asked for again — perfect for holidays, parties, gifting, or a cozy night in.
While this is definitely an indulgent treat, it also pairs beautifully with protein-focused snacks for balance. Think of it as a crowd-pleasing crunchy snack that fits into a realistic, flexible lifestyle — satisfying, nostalgic, and absolutely worth it.
Look at the Recipe
- Crunchy pretzels coated in rich, buttery toffee
- Perfect sweet-and-salty flavor with a deep caramel finish
- Ideal for parties, gifting, or snack boards
Ingredients Needed
- 10 cups mini pretzel twists (1 × 16 oz bag)
- 1 cup light brown sugar, lightly packed
- ½ cup unsalted butter (1 stick), cubed
- ¼ cup light corn syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp baking soda
- 1 bag Heath toffee bits
How to Make Our Butter Toffee Pretzels
- Preheat your oven to 200°F (95°C). Lightly grease a large roasting pan with cooking spray.
- Add the pretzels to the prepared roasting pan and set aside.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the brown sugar, cubed butter, and corn syrup. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
- Boil for 5 minutes, continuing to stir so the mixture doesn’t scorch.
- Remove from heat and carefully whisk in the vanilla extract and baking soda. The mixture will foam and bubble — this is normal.
- Pour the hot toffee evenly over the pretzels. Sprinkle half of the toffee bits over the top.
- Toss gently until the pretzels are evenly coated.
- Bake for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes so the toffee coats evenly and bakes crisp.
- Spread the pretzels onto a wax-paper-lined surface and immediately sprinkle with the remaining toffee bits.
- Cool completely for about 1 hour, then break into clusters and store.
Storage & Serving Suggestions
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 7 days.
- For gifting, package in small treat bags once fully cooled.
- Serve alongside Greek yogurt, protein pudding, or a high-protein snack mix to balance sweetness.
- Great addition to holiday snack boards or movie-night spreads.
Tips & FAQs
Why add baking soda to the toffee?
Baking soda aerates the toffee, giving it a lighter, crisp texture instead of dense hardness.
Can I make this less sweet?
You can slightly reduce the toffee bits or use a darker pretzel for more balance, but the recipe is meant to be indulgent.
Can I add protein to this recipe?
For balance, mix the finished pretzels with roasted nuts or serve alongside a high-protein snack rather than altering the toffee itself.
Do I need to stir during baking?
Yes. Stirring every 15 minutes ensures even coating and prevents burning.
Can I double this recipe?
Yes, but use two pans so the pretzels bake evenly.
