Description
These Easy Garlic Parmesan Pretzels are a quick, flavorful snack perfect for parties or game day. Tossed in a buttery garlic mixture, baked to crispy perfection, and sprinkled with Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley, they offer a savory combination that's both satisfying and simple to prepare.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 3 Cups Mini Twist Pretzels
- 4 Tbsp Butter (Melted)
- 1/8 Tsp Ground Black Pepper
- 1/2 Tsp Garlic Powder
- 1/8 Tsp Sea Salt (Optional)
- 1 Tsp Minced Garlic
- 1/4 Cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
- Fresh Parsley (Optional for Serving)
Instructions
- Prepare the Garlic Butter Mixture: In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, ground black pepper, garlic powder, minced garlic, and optional sea salt until well combined.
- Toss Pretzels: Add the mini twist pretzels to the bowl and toss thoroughly to coat them evenly with the garlic butter mixture.
- Arrange and Bake: Spread the coated pretzels out on a parchment paper-lined cookie sheet. Drizzle any remaining butter over the pretzels. Bake in a preheated oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 5 minutes, taking care not to overbake to prevent drying.
- Add Parmesan Cheese: After baking, sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the pretzels. For better adhesion of the cheese, lightly spray the pretzels with olive oil before tossing them gently to combine the cheese evenly.
- Serve: Remove the pretzels from the cookie sheet and serve immediately. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and enjoy your savory snack!
Notes
- This recipe takes about 10 minutes from prep to finish, making it ideal for last-minute gatherings.
- Sea salt is optional; adjust according to your sodium preference.
- To help the Parmesan stick better, lightly spraying the pretzels with olive oil before adding cheese is recommended.
- Use parchment paper to avoid sticking and facilitate easy cleanup.
- For a spicier kick, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes to the seasoning mix.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 146 kcal
- Sugar: 0.5 g
- Sodium: 138 mg
- Fat: 4.2 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 23.3 g
- Fiber: 2.2 g
- Protein: 5.2 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
