Smoky Vanilla Bourbon Pretzels
By Kate (Sundy) Edwards·Originally from https://www.howsweeteats.com/2016/12/smoky-vanilla-bourbon-pretzels/
Ingredients
- 1 (16 ounce) bag mini pretzel twists
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1/4 cup bourbon
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Rodelle vanilla bean paste
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- pinch crushed red pepper flakes
Method
- Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper. Spread the pretzels all over both sheets. You don’t want to layer them.
- In a bowl, whisk together the melted butter, bourbon, sugar, vanilla paste, paprika, garlic and pepper flakes. Pour it over the pretzels and use your hands to toss everything together really well. Place the pretzels in the oven and bake for 15 minutes. Toss and bake for 10 minutes more. Remove and let cool completely on the sheets. I like to store these in mason jars or even resealable containers or bags.
Family note
I wanted something savory to gift during the holidays along with my rosemary cashews. I began making these in 2020 and haven't missed a year since.