Caramel Pecan Pretzel Bites

 

Ingredients

Pretzels

• 4 cups mini pretzels or pretzel snaps
• 1 cup chopped pecans

Cinnamon Sugar Glaze

• ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
• ¾ cup brown sugar (light or dark)
• 1½ tsp cinnamon
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ¼ tsp salt

Finish

• ½ cup warm caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
• Flaky sea salt (optional but highly recommended)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 150°C / 300°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment.
2. Make the glaze: Whisk melted butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, vanilla, and salt until smooth.
3. Coat: Add pretzels and pecans to a large bowl. Pour glaze over and toss until evenly coated.
4. Bake: Spread mixture in a single layer.
   Bake 15–20 minutes, stirring once halfway, until glossy and lightly caramelized.
5. Cool slightly: Let sit 5 minutes (this helps the coating set).
6. Finish: Drizzle with warm caramel sauce and sprinkle with flaky sea salt.
7. Cool completely for maximum crunch—or enjoy slightly warm for gooey caramel vibes.

Perfect Dipping Sauces

 Salted Caramel Cream Cheese Dip

• 4 oz cream cheese, softened
• ¼ cup caramel sauce
• 1–2 tbsp powdered sugar
• Pinch of salt
  Whip until smooth and fluffy.

 Chocolate Espresso Dip

• ½ cup melted dark chocolate
• 2 tbsp heavy cream
• ½ tsp instant espresso powder

 Vanilla Bean Glaze (lighter option)

• ½ cup powdered sugar
• 1–2 tbsp milk or cream
• ½ tsp vanilla bean paste or extract