Cinnamon Sugar Pretzel Sticks Recipe

Alright, gather ’round, snack fanatics, because today we’re diving headfirst into the glorious, slightly chaotic world of Cinnamon Sugar Pretzel Sticks. Forget those sad, plain pretzels languishing in your pantry – we’re giving them a glow-up. This isn’t just a snack; it’s an experience. It’s crunchy, it’s sweet, it’s salty, and it makes your kitchen smell like a cozy autumn dream without you actually having to, you know, *bake* that much. Seriously, you should try these because they’re dangerously addictive, ridiculously easy, and will convince everyone you’re a culinary genius, even if your dinner last night was cereal.

My husband, bless his ever-hungry heart, has a specific talent for “quality control” when I’m developing recipes. I made a batch of these pretzel sticks, perfectly coated, cooling on the counter. I literally turned my back for *one minute* to answer a kid-related emergency (probably involving a rogue crayon and a white wall). When I returned, half the pan was gone, and there he was, looking entirely too innocent, with a tell-tale cinnamon sugar mustache. His excuse? “They called to me, honey. And I was just making sure they were up to your high standards.” Clearly, my standards are very high, and also, apparently, delicious enough to be consumed before they even hit the serving plate. The kids, meanwhile, were just mad *he* got there first.

Time-Saving Hacks

– Buy pre-made dough for soft pretzels if you’re feeling ambitious and want to skip the yeast drama. Otherwise, just grab a bag of regular pretzel sticks from the store. My kind of shortcut is buying the *already baked* pretzels.
– Line your baking sheet with parchment paper. This isn’t a hack to avoid dishes; it’s a hack to avoid scraping burnt sugar off a pan for twenty minutes. Trust me, I’ve been there, and it’s not cute.
– Instead of using multiple bowls, just toss the pretzels and butter/oil directly in the pan you’re going to bake them in. Less dishes, more questionable life choices.
– If you’re really rushing, just sprinkle the cinnamon sugar directly on the buttered pretzels and give them a good shake in a zip-top bag. It’s not pretty, but it works, and who’s judging? (Me, but in a loving way.)

Serving Ideas

Serve these glorious sticks with your morning coffee to pretend you’re adulting, or with an iced tea if it’s 90 degrees and you’re contemplating just living in the fridge. They’re also perfect alongside a fancy cheese board if you want to confuse your guests, or with a glass of wine if the kids drove you absolutely bonkers all day. Honestly, though? Just serve them straight from the pan into your eager maw. Keep it simple, folks.

What to Serve It With

Mostly, your hungry face.

✔Tips & Mistakes

• Don’t skimp on the butter (or oil): That’s what makes the cinnamon sugar stick. Unless you want naked pretzels, which, no offense, are boring.
• Spread them out: Give your pretzels some space on the baking sheet. If they’re crowded, they’ll steam instead of getting perfectly crunchy, and nobody wants soggy pretzels.
• Watch them like a hawk: Cinnamon sugar can go from perfectly toasted to incinerated faster than you can say “oops.” Keep an eye on them, especially toward the end of baking.
• Cool completely: I know, I know, resisting is hard. But let them cool on the baking sheet. The sugar coating hardens and gets delightfully crunchy. Digging in too soon means sticky fingers and disappointment.

✔Storage Tips

Store it in the fridge… if there’s any left. Cold midnight leftovers? Sometimes better than fresh.

✔Variations and Substitutions

Swap whatever you want—sugar ↔ honey, soy sauce ↔ tamari, or skip steps and call it “deconstructed.” It still counts.

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Cinnamon Sugar Pretzel Sticks Recipe

Delicious cinnamon sugar pretzel sticks are a delightful snack or dessert perfect for any occasion.

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Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes minutes

Servings: 12

Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

 

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Main Ingredients

• ▢ 1.1 cups warm water About 110°F (45°C) is ideal.
• ▢ 2 tbsp sugar
• ▢ 2 tsp active dry yeast Make sure it's fresh.
• ▢ 4 cups all-purpose flour
• ▢ 1 tbsp salt Adjust based on preference.
• ▢ 3 tbsp baking soda For boiling solution.
• ▢ 1.5 tbsp cinnamon
• ▢ 0.75 cups granulated sugar For coating.
• ▢ 2 tbsp unsalted butter Melt before brushing.

Instructions

Preparation Steps

• In a bowl, mix warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
• Add flour and salt to the frothy mixture. Knead until smooth, about 5 minutes.
• Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour.
• Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• Divide the dough into 12 pieces. Roll each into a long rope and shape it into a pretzel.
• Prepare the baking soda bath: bring 4 cups of water to a boil and stir in baking soda.
• Boil each pretzel for 30 seconds, then remove and place on the prepared sheet.
• Brush the pretzels with melted butter once cooled slightly.
• Combine cinnamon and sugar, then sprinkle generously over the pretzels before baking.
• Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden brown. Let cool before serving.

Notes

These pretzel sticks are delightful when paired with a warm dipping sauce or enjoyed plain!