Dill Pickle Ranch Pretzels (Print Version)
Crispy pretzels coated in zesty dill pickle and ranch seasoning blend. An addictive snack that's easy to make and impossible to stop eating.
# What You'll Need:
→ Pretzels
01 - 1 pound small pretzel twists or sticks
→ Coating
02 - 1/2 cup vegetable oil
03 - 1 (1 ounce) packet ranch dressing seasoning mix
04 - 1 tablespoon dried dill weed
05 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
06 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
07 - 1 teaspoon dried parsley
08 - 1 tablespoon dill pickle juice
09 - 1/2 teaspoon salt (optional)
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 250°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together vegetable oil, ranch seasoning mix, dried dill, garlic powder, onion powder, dried parsley, dill pickle juice, and salt until well combined.
03 - Add pretzels to the bowl and toss until pretzels are evenly coated with the seasoning mixture.
04 - Spread the coated pretzels in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
05 - Bake for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes to ensure even coating and baking.
06 - Remove from oven and allow pretzels to cool completely before serving or storing in an airtight container.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The ranch dill combo hits that perfect salty tangy craving spot
- They keep for a week so you always have something ready for unexpected guests
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- The pretzels will feel slightly soft right out of the oven but crunch up as they cool
- Stirring every 15 minutes is nonnegotiable or some pieces will burn while others stay soggy
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- Double the seasoning mixture if you like them extra bold and coated
- Let the pretzels sit in the coating for 10 minutes before baking for deeper flavor