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Y'all won't believe how these Cinnamon Sugar Pretzel Sticks bring back memories of those mall pretzels we all love. I started making these when I was craving something sweet and crunchy and now my family begs for them. The buttery cinnamon coating makes our kitchen smell absolutely heavenly.
Why You Need These
Let me tell you these are a game changer. They're so quick to whip up and taste like you spent hours in the kitchen. That perfect mix of butter cinnamon and sugar transforms plain old pretzels into something magical.
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What You'll Need
- Pretzel Sticks: 8 ounces get the regular size not minis.
- Butter: 4 tablespoons melted but not too hot.
- Egg White: Just one large helps everything stick.
- Vanilla: 1 teaspoon pure extract please.
- Sugar: 1/4 cup regular granulated.
- Cinnamon: 1 tablespoon the good stuff.
Let's Make Them
- Start with Butter
- Melt your butter let it cool a bit then mix in egg white and vanilla.
- Coat Those Pretzels
- Pour that butter mixture over your pretzels and toss them gently.
- Sugar Time
- Mix up your cinnamon sugar sprinkle it all over toss to coat.
- Into the Oven
- Spread them out on your lined baking sheet single layer is key.
- Cool and Enjoy
- Let them cool completely the hardest part is waiting.
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My Best Tips
Make sure that butter isn't too hot or you'll cook the egg white. Take your time coating everything evenly it makes such a difference. And please let them cool completely they get extra crunchy as they sit.
Serving and Sharing
These pretzel sticks are perfect for parties game nights or just afternoon snacking. I love packaging them up in clear bags with pretty ribbons for gifts. Everyone's faces light up when they get a bag of these homemade treats.
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Keep Them Fresh
Store them in an airtight container and they'll stay crunchy for a week. Sometimes I make a double batch and freeze half for later. They thaw perfectly and taste just as good as fresh made.
Make Them Your Own
Get creative with the flavors. Sometimes I add a pinch of nutmeg or cardamom to the cinnamon sugar. For a savory twist try garlic and parmesan instead. My kids love when I drizzle melted chocolate over the top.
Perfect Gifting
During the holidays I package these up with hot chocolate mix for teacher gifts. They're always a hit at bake sales too. Something about homemade treats just makes people smile.
Always a Crowd Pleaser
Every time I make these they disappear so fast. There's something about that sweet crunchy coating that keeps everyone coming back for more. They're addictive in the best possible way.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- → Can I store these?
Store in airtight container up to 1 week. Keep away from moisture to maintain crispness.
- → Why add egg white?
Egg white helps the cinnamon sugar coating stick better to the pretzels and creates a crispy texture.
- → Is cardamom necessary?
Cardamom is optional but adds nice depth to the flavor. Recipe works fine without it.
Conclusion
Easy snack combining pretzel sticks with butter and cinnamon sugar coating. Baked until crispy.