Description
These Honey Mustard Pretzels are a delicious copycat of Dot’s famous snack, featuring crunchy pretzels coated in a tangy, sweet, and savory honey mustard glaze with a blend of spices. Perfect as a flavorful snack or party treat that improves in taste after sitting for a while.
Ingredients
Scale
Snack
- 1 lb. (16 oz.) bag pretzels (tiny twists, butter braids, or butter waffle/butter snap pretzels)
Honey Mustard Sauce
- 3/4 cup vegetable or canola oil
- 3–4 Tbsp. honey (adjust based on sweetness preference)
- 2 Tbsp. ground mustard powder
- 1 1/2 Tbsp. white vinegar
- 1 Tbsp. Dijon mustard
- 1 Tbsp. brown sugar
- 1 Tbsp. granulated sugar
- 2 tsp. garlic powder
- 1 tsp. seasoned salt (e.g., Lawry’s)
- 1 tsp. onion powder
- 1/2 tsp. turmeric
- 1/8 tsp. paprika
Extra Seasoning
- 1 1/2 Tbsp. mustard powder
- 2 tsp. garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp. seasoned salt
- Pinch of turmeric
Instructions
- Preheat the oven. Set your oven to 225°F (about 107°C). Line two standard half baking sheets (18×13-inch) with parchment paper to prepare for baking the pretzels.
- Prepare the pretzels. Pour the entire 1 lb. bag of pretzels into a large mixing bowl, ensuring they have enough room for coating.
- Make the honey mustard sauce. In a measuring cup or small bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil, honey, ground mustard powder, white vinegar, Dijon mustard, brown sugar, granulated sugar, garlic powder, seasoned salt, onion powder, turmeric, and paprika until fully combined into a smooth sauce.
- Coat the pretzels. Pour the honey mustard sauce over the pretzels in the bowl. Stir thoroughly to ensure every pretzel is completely coated with the sauce.
- Bake the pretzels. Evenly distribute the coated pretzels onto the prepared baking sheets in an even layer, allowing for slight overlap. Bake at 225°F for 40 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes to prevent burning and to ensure even roasting. Rotate the baking sheets if some pretzels brown faster. Once baked, remove from the oven and allow pretzels to cool fully; this step is crucial for them to become crunchy. Avoid overlapping pretzels too much during cooling to prevent sticking.
- Add extra seasoning. Transfer the cooled pretzels into a bowl or resealable bag. Sprinkle the additional seasoning blend—mustard powder, garlic powder, seasoned salt, and a pinch of turmeric—over the pretzels. Stir or shake well to evenly coat the snacks.
- Serve and enjoy. These honey mustard pretzels develop more flavor as they sit, so for best taste, allow them to rest for some time before serving. Enjoy this tangy, sweet, and crunchy treat as a snack or party favorite!
Notes
- Adjust the amount of honey to control sweetness to your liking.
- Use parchment paper to prevent sticking and easy cleanup.
- Stirring every 10 minutes during baking prevents pretzels from burning and promotes even coating.
- Ensure pretzels are completely cooled before storage or eating to maintain crispiness.
- Feel free to substitute seasoned salt with your preferred seasoning blend for different flavor profiles.
- For a spicier kick, consider adding a pinch of cayenne or chili powder to either the sauce or extra seasoning.
- Store the finished pretzels in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Honey Mustard Pretzels, Dot's Pretzels Copycat, Snack Recipe, Homemade Pretzels, Sweet and Savory Snack
