Go Back

Spicy Buffalo Pretzels

These spicy buffalo-coated pretzels are crunchy, sticky, and loaded with flavor. Perfect for game day, movie nights, or potlucks, they use simple ingredients and are incredibly shareable.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the sauce
  • 1/2 cup hot sauce Frank’s RedHot recommended for classic flavor
  • 1/2 cup butter or dairy-free spread like Earth Balance
  • 1 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce Use Annie’s Homegrown vegan Worcestershire if avoiding anchovies
  • 2 tsp onion powder
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
For the pretzels
  • 1 pound bag pretzels Regular salted or gluten-free, whichever you prefer

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 300°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the hot sauce and butter. Stir until the butter has fully melted and the mixture is smooth.
  3. Remove from heat and whisk in the Worcestershire sauce, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, and cumin.
Mixing
  1. Place the pretzels in a large mixing bowl. Pour the hot sauce mixture over the pretzels.
  2. Use tongs to toss and coat the pretzels evenly, scraping the bottom of the bowl to capture any sauce.
  3. Spread the coated pretzels in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
Baking
  1. Bake for 30 minutes, stirring thoroughly every 10 minutes to prevent scorching and to promote even coating.
  2. Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet until the sauce is set and the pretzels are crisp.

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh, serve in a large bowl with dipping sauces. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. For an extra glossy finish, return to the oven for 2 minutes at 350°F.