Description
This spicy pretzel recipe features pretzels coated with a vibrant chili dust blend and toasted sesame seeds, offering an irresistible crunch and flavorful kick perfect for a family-friendly snack.
Ingredients
- 16 oz plain pretzels (mini twists or rods)
- 2 Tbsp neutral oil (olive, avocado, or vegetable)
- 2 Tbsp chili powder
- 1 Tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp cayenne (adjust to taste)
- 0.5 tsp fine sea salt
- 1 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 0.5 tsp onion powder (optional)
- 0.25 tsp cumin (optional)
- 0.5 tsp brown sugar (optional)
Instructions
- Prep Your Pretzels: Preheat oven to 275 F (135 C). Spread 16 oz (450g) pretzels in a single layer on a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper for even toasting.
- Coat with Oil: Lightly drizzle pretzels with 2 Tbsp (30ml) neutral oil. Gently toss until each pretzel piece looks faintly slick, helping the seasoning cling perfectly.
- Season Generously: In a small bowl, whisk together chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cayenne, salt, sesame specks, and any optional boosters. Sprinkle this mixture liberally over the oiled pretzels and toss carefully until every pretzel is coated in the vibrant blend. Mist lightly with a tiny bit more oil if spices are not sticking.
- Bake to Perfection: Bake for 15-20 minutes in your preheated oven, stirring gently with a spatula halfway through. You will notice a warm, toasted aroma and the pretzels will develop a slightly darker, more intense color.
- Cool and Enjoy: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the pretzels cool completely on the sheet. As they cool, they will become wonderfully crispy.
Notes
Adjust chili dust amount to your preferred spice level (less for mild, more for fiery). For gluten-free, use your favorite gluten-free pretzel brand. For lower sodium, opt for unsalted pretzels and control the salt in your Chili Dust blend.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 oz (approx 56 g)
- Calories: 250 calories
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 48 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg