Pretzels with a bite! This snack is shaken, not baked. Lemon pepper is the secret ingredient, and gives the spice marinade mixture a wonderful zest.
This recipe was so easy and great tasting. I took these to a football game. The fans found them more exciting then the game, and we're talking about die-hard fans. I did do one more step to the recipe. It says for you to marinate the pretzels in a zip lock bag. I did mix it in a zip lock bag, but then put them on a cookie sheet and baked them at 250 for about 15 minutes. That way it soaks up all the liquid. Please try it!
Read MoreI didn't find these pretzels to be spicey or frankly very good at all. They were saltier but no real added flavor. Perhaps more spice powder would work but I don't think I'll be trying this one again.
Read More This recipe was so easy and great tasting. I took these to a football game. The fans found them more exciting then the game, and we're talking about die-hard fans. I did do one more step to the recipe. It says for you to marinate the pretzels in a zip lock bag. I did mix it in a zip lock bag, but then put them on a cookie sheet and baked them at 250 for about 15 minutes. That way it soaks up all the liquid. Please try it!
I have to agree with the previous person in some respects. I liked these pretzels, but couldn't eat very many of them because they were so incredibly salty. I think you could probably cut the garlic salt in half (or more). I also didn't find them to be extremely spicy-hot, just salty. Again, I did like them, but a little went a long way.
These are great! I used a bunch of mini pretzel balls that I'd bought in bulk for this recipe and they worked just as good as mini twists. I cut WAY down on the oil, probably only 1/6 of a cup that I drizzled over the pretzels that I had in a cake pan. I shook them till they were covered, sprinkled the spice mix (that I used Morton's Hot Salt instead of the cayenne in) over top of them and stuck them in the oven at 325 for probably 15 minutes, stirring a few times. These are definitely addicting.
Excellent - everybody loves them. I used garlic powder (not salt) so they weren't too salty. My first batch was WAY too hot. Now I start with 1/4 of the cayenne and add more as needed (I have extra-hot cayenne). Such an easy snack!
I initially received this recipe from an elderly nurse at a hospital where I used to work. I lost it and looked here at allrecipes. FOUND IT!! WOOHOOO!! I've actually been using THIS recipe for years now. Thought the least I could do was give it a rating!! The ingredients are really a base and can (obviously) be adjusted to taste. I actually use two full 15 oz bags of pretzels instead of the 1 1/2 suggested. I also use garlic powder vs garlic salt and extra cayenne pepper as we like this with a bit more 'bite'. Also, I reduce the oil to 1/2 cup. (wondering if olive oil would work... ~idk why not!!) Everyone LOVES this recipe and I really think the lemon pepper is the "secret"!! I too have given this out as gifts and everyone requests it for parties, on game days, etc! Thank you.
Very good pretzels. I have made 2 batches so far so I could give little bags away. I also added extra cayenne pepper and baked for about 15 minutes to dry them out a little bit. Thanks for a great recipe.
I didn't find these pretzels to be spicey or frankly very good at all. They were saltier but no real added flavor. Perhaps more spice powder would work but I don't think I'll be trying this one again.
This is really great! If you are not a "spicy" person, don't even think about this. I used a little more caynne pepper for the next batch and it really does "kick." Really easily made for a quick treat. Kids really won't eat it, because it is too spicy. Highly enjoyed it! I have already eaten 2 batches by myself! 2 thumbs up!
Having a hard time with this rating. Can I choose 4 1/2? Next time I will up the Cayenne & use less powdered Ranch. Several bites I had to cringe with the Ranch taste. Once my tongue settled dow I think I liked it. Kind of like the sour stuff my kids like. Used less oil. Cooked mine at 250 stirring a couple of times for at least 30 minutes. Used nuggets & mini. Thanks!
These were great. They are fairly spicy, but you can easily adjust the amount of cayenne you use. I did use garlic powder instead of garlic salt, since most pretzels come salted. Another bit of advice - don't dump the entire bag of pretzels out, instead scoop them out with your hands. If you dump the whole bag, your end result is a very salty mix thanks to all the salt gathered on the bottom of the pretzel bag.
This is a very good recipe for a tasty snack. I only put about 3/4 teaspoon of the cayanne, because I can't handle extreme hot. It turned out great. A bit of hot, but not overpowering. I also found that if you let them sit for more than the 2 hours they aren't so oily. I let mine sit overnight and they were perfect! I will definately make again!!! Thanks!!!!!
I love this recipe but you should use garlic powder instead of garlic salt it makes all the difference!
I loved the pretzels...they were a bit spicy (like the name says), but very easy, and different. Yummy!
These were great. They are fairly spicy, but you can easily adjust the amount of cayenne you use. I did use garlic powder instead of garlic salt, since most pretzels come salted. Another bit of advice - don't dump the entire bag of pretzels out, instead scoop them out with your hands. If you dump the whole bag, your end result is a very salty mix thanks to all the salt gathered on the bottom of the pretzel bag.
These are addicting! I try out new snack mix recipes all the time and this is by far the best one yet. I read the reviews and couldn't believe how good people said these were considering the recipe is so easy. These really are great. I used garlic powder instead of garlic salt and Fiesta Ranch dip mix along with the other ingredients and baked for 15 min at 250. (We love the Fiesta Ranch dip mix. It is mildly spicy southwest flavored ranch.) They turned out great - plenty salty and just the right amount of heat. The first few you eat don't seem spicy at all, but after a few you realize they have a little kick. They would probably be good with regular Ranch dressing mix too. Great for snacking during a game, movie, in the car, in care packages, teacher gifts, etc. Thanks Valarie!
These pretzels are very good. The only thing I did different was to put the pretzels and the mixture into a large paper grocery bag. As you shake the bag, the excess oil soaks in. It works great!
I have made this recipe 5 times now, and everyone LOVES it....I give it away in bags to the neighbors for Christmas....I agree with the garlic powder vs. salt, and sometimes I add just a touch of worchestershire sauce for added kick (use a little less oil!)
Because I didn't want this to be too salty, I used a homemade dry ranch seasoning mix sans salt and I used garlic powder instead of garlic salt. These are super yummy. I used Rold Gold tiny twists. I made these last night for a movie snack and the boys inhaled about half. NOTE: This recipe says nothing about baking them, which I always do as noone eats soggy pretzels. I bake them in a 250* oven for about an hour (I don't really time it.....they just kind of smell done) making sure to stir them every 10-15 minutes are so.
easy to prepare. I felt like it was just a bit too salty. I also used half of the pepper called for and it turned out just fine. My kids loved this snack!
These were good, but I made a couple of revisions. I used garlic powder instead of salt (after reading other reviews) & I added 1 tsp of onion powder. Instead of using vegetable oil, I used canola oil & drained them on paper towels.
I made this with my second grade class. Those who liked them couldn't get enough. I think they were just too strong for others (we did not use the cayenne). I thought they were tasty too. I used 1 1/4 cup oil instead of the 1 3/4 cup recommended for my scaled version and it was just perfect. The kids had a great time making it!
Everyone loved this!!! Was asked for the recipe countless times. I used Canola Oil, garlic powder instead of garlic salt (VERY important substitution!). Absolutely delicious & addicting.
These are addicting. We've made 3 batches for different get togethers in the past 2 weeks and have gooten rave reviews everywhere!! I reduced the oil to 1/3 cup and combined the oil and pretzels first in the ziplock bag. I then added the seasoning mix to the pretzels/oil and mixed it well. I skipped the marinade and popped it in the oven for 15 minutes at 300, stirring every 5 minutes. Awesome recipe!!!
If you like spicy, I highly recommend this recipe. These pretzels are tasty and have a nice kick at the end. I made them for our school secretary's goodie platter on Secretary's Day and word got around. I had to take her more later because everyone else kept eating them. Now I've been asked to make them again just a week later! I followed the recipe to a T but wonder what would happen if I added a bit of brown sugar. Would they be salty/sweet or just a gooey mess? I'll try it and let you know!
To make it less salty, I use garlic powder instead of garlic salt. The pretzels are plenty salty, and the ranch dressing mix also has salt. Folks love these!!
A Huge Family Favorite. I've been making these for years, but slight differences - I use 2 bags of pretzels, 1 cup of oil, then 1 tablespoon of each of the seasonings, Garlic Powder, Lemon Pepper and Dill weed instead of Cayenne, plus the pkg of dry Ranch mix - or really adjust per your taste. But this what everyone always begs me to make.
Family really liked these. The next batch I will up the cayenne pepper for a little more zip. Just a personal preference.Thank Valarie for another way to enjoy pretzels.
This is going to become one of my new favorite snacks!! It is just enough heat---tons of flavor. I also baked them on a cookie sheet for 15 minutes as it was a bit oily. I also used garlic powder instead of garlic salt as there is plenty of salt on the pretzels alone! So easy and yummy!!! I will make this again and again and perfect for football parties!
Pretty good pretzel recipe! Love how easy it was. The only alteration I made was to use garlic powder instead of garlic salt because I was worried about it being toooooo salty. Not really sure how I feel about the addition of lemon pepper, so I think I will stick with the Cayenne Pretzels from this site instead. Thanks for sharing! :)
A co-worker brought these to work an I found the recipe here. WOW - these are dangerously good! Totally addictive! I used garlic powder instead of garlic salt. If you let them set 2 hours they suck up all of the oil - then just transferred into clean Ziploc bags.
I am in love with these pretzels! I used garlic powder instead of salt just to cut down on the sodium a bit. I also baked them in the oven for a few minutes to get them dry. Absolutely addictive!
These are so addicting! Instead of lemon pepper (which I never have), I use 1 tsp lemon juice and 1/4 tsp black pepper. I also use garlic powder instead of garlic salt as they are plenty salty.
I used pretzel nuggets to better absorb the oil. I also use garlic powder instead of salt and cook on 300 for 20 mins (stir after first 10 mins). These are seriously addictive....I have had to take them to work so I don't eat the whole bag myself!
I am not a big fan of pretzels, but OMG these are sooooo good, not to mention super easy!!!!
My husband who has never really cared for pretzels loves these. Great with Beer!
I served this at a party recently and people really liked it; myself included!
This is an easy way to spruce up your pretzels. My husband loved it. I followed some other suggestions and replaced garlic salt with garlic powder. I also baked them for 15 minutes at 250 so they wouldn't be oily.
Quick, easy and very tasty. Good job!
Yummy, I eyeballed the pretzel amount, and might of used too many. So my flavor was a bit lacking on each pretzel but still yummy!!!
We love these pretzels! I've lost count of of how many people have asked for this recipe. They're great for holidays, party's, entertaining, and gifts!
Everybody loves this recipe! I used unsalted pretzels and recipe turned out perfect - they weren't too salty. Was too spicy for the kids so I substitute chili powder for cayenne pepper when I make it for them. Bake in 250 degree oven for 15 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes.
Personally I don't get it. I'd give this recipe a 3. I thought it was OK but nothing to get excited about. However, I appear to be in the minority....my family and friends went nuts over this! Since they all give it a 5 I'll let it cancel out my 3 ;) Next time I'm going to try garlic powder instead of garlic salt. They were a little to salty.
These are very good. I don't know how they don't get soggy but they don't and you don't need to bake them (it seems like the natural thing to do but not necessary!). I used homemade ranch dressing mix (from this site) and only had garlic powder (not salt). These will be a regular snack for us.
This is a great recipe not only for the pretzels but there are so many varieties you can also use. Use Chex cereal or oyster crackers instead of the pretzels. I sometimes use 1 teaspoon of red pepper flakes instead of the cayenne and lemon pepper. You can also use dill and no lemon pepper. I never use the garlic salt...instead I use garlic powder because sometimes the packaged ranch mix is a little salty. Try adding peanuts..dry roasted or cocktail peanuts....cashew pieces are good also..... Wonderful recipe..so many ways you can use this recipe ..... be creative! We enjoy adding the nuts to ours...Thanks for sharing!
I used 1 tsp. of garlic powder, 1 tsp. cayenne, and 1 tsp. lemon pepper. I used only 1/2 of the ranch mix and added enough oil to mix everything together. I love that this recipe does not require any baking. However, it is very salty and I love salt. It reminders me of the oyster cracker/ranch dressing mix.
Very good, but once you start eating them its hard to stop! So, needless to say they go quick! I use garlic powder-not garlic salt, olive oil-not vegetable oil, and no lemon pepper seasoning. Made a batch of these for my 5th grader to take to school for her fall party tomorrow-we put them in a big ice cream tub that we decorated like a jack o lantern. She loved it!
Super good. I added much more cayenne and added a package of gold fish. Love this recipe!
My entire family loved this recipe. Soooo good. I cut the cayenne in half for the kids. These are definitely addicting!
I've made these for many occasions and everyone loves them. I have tweaked the original recipe from garlic salt to powder and I also bake them for about 10 minutes in a 300 degree oven to set the flavor better. I make several batches at a time and dump the pretzels in the baggies and mix up the oil and spices in my measuring cup by-passing another bowl to clean up. Putting them in gallon baggies on the counter and shaking them up and turn them over every time I walk by. After several hours of this I bake them. I also up the cayenne for spicier pretzels for friends who like a little spicer kick!! I have friends who beg me to make these for them they love them so much!!! Great for parties, crowds or just the family.
This is a quick and easy recipe that I have adapted to suit my liking. I hate pepper of any kind so I omit both the cayenne and lemon pepper. In its place I add a tablespoon of dried dill and 1/2 teaspoon of celery salt. Since the pretzels are already salty, I use garlic powder instead of garlic salt. These pretzels don't last so plan on making a double batch!
I have altered this recipe somewhat. I cut up and dry thoroughly Carolina Reaper peppers which I then add to the oil about 2 weeks prior to preparing. I remove the peppers and just use the oil. I put crushed garlic in oil a couple of days prior instead of garlic salt. I add gardetto rye chips and the extra large cheese-its.
i loved these, but i agree on a few things from other people. i added garlic powder, less cayenne and did also bake them for a few minutes. i love spicy food, but even 3/4 teaspoon of cayenne was a kicker. very addictive though.
Enjoyed these a lot!! I added more cayenne pepper since we like things hotter!! Will make again. I aslo didn't add the garlic salt I used garlic powder. Also, baked the pretzels instead of letting them soak. Worked out great.
I used only 2/3 cup of oil and baked them at 300 degrees for 30 minutes, stirring twice. Delicious!
Good for holiday snacks. To revise: I use Rold Gold's big thin pretzels and use garlic powder instead of garlic salt. The pretzels are already salted so if you add more it can be overpowering.
I used 3 teaspoons of mexican chili powder instead of the cayenne pepper (couldn't find at the grocery). Then mixed it every hour for about 5 hours. It was a hit! Spicy lovers LOVED it and asked for the recipe.
Love these and so oes my family. I baked one batch, the other I just left in the baggie, shaking occasionally and left for 12 hours. The oil absorbed in the one I didn't bake. Both were great. I'm making them for a potluck this week. I love the heat that comes from them.
Really good and really easy. If you're looking for a wonderful snack for Super Bowl Sunday these fit the bill. Great guy snack but the ladies will love them too.
I loved these pretzels. Added an extra 1/2 tsp of cayenne and 1/2 packet of ranch dressing mix, which really added to the flavor. Scrumptious! Also baked them for 10-15 minutes. Yummy.
My children, 6 and 13, love these pretzels. I use garlic powder instead of salt. This is one of the best recipe I have gotten off Allrecipes. GREAT FOR TRAVELING!!!
The pretzels were very good. I've made them twice and altered the recipe a little. I use less oil and cayenne (red) pepper. The 2nd time I omitted the Ranch dressing and it was less flavorful. Next time I will use 1/2 a package of Ranch.
Awesome! Used garlic powder, not garlic salt. Added 1 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce. Did not bake as stated in other reviews.
These pretzels are addictive! I've made them four times for gatherings with family or friends and they always disappear. I use less oil than the recipe calls for and shake the bag often while marinating and before baking. They're especially good dipped in flavored mustards.
Looking for pretzels with a little bite? This pretzel marinade is sure to pack a little punch while tanging your buds. Keep your napkins handy and your drink of choice close by.
Awesome - I make it at least twice a week. The office people can't get enough of them (as with me). I did bake the pretzels after marinating them. 200 degrees for an hour. Stirring every 15 minutes.
Great recipe. I cut the oil in half when I made a big batch. Could probably also either cut the garlic salt in half or use garlic powder. But these where a great hit!!! I have had tons of requests to make more.
This is such a great, easy recipe. I took these to a family christmas party and all the adults asked for the recipe.Way to go!
These are addicting! I tasted these at a party and couldn't wait to make them for our own get togethers. I also put them in decorative packages and gave them out to friends at Christmas time. They appreciated getting something that wasn't full of sugar!
Everytime I make these, they are gone in a few hours. They are a great snack for anytime.
I just made these for the Christmas basket of goodies I make for my husband's office every year. They are very good, but I cut the cayenne by half and they are still a little too spicy for my taste. I'm sure people who like spicy food will love them. I did put a warning on the label - they are that hot! I did as other reviewers suggested and baked them at 250 for 10 minutes - it made a big difference!
Love these! I just use a 1lb. bag of pretzels. I brought these to work and they are a hit! I've given the recipe to a couple of people already. Thank you!
My best friend has a similar recipe, so I thought I would try this one. My family loves spicy food, so I added a bit extra cayenne pepper, and I also baked it in the oven like I do with cereal party mix. I had pretzel braids and little pretzel balls, looks very festive... My boys love it.
These pretzels are fantastic. I usually bake them for 3-5 minutes just to get rid of the oil. Also, before baking, I sprinkle them with even more spices to make them extra tasty!
Excellent. Based upon the previous reviews, I decreased the lemon pepper to 3/4 t., used chili powder instead of cayenne pepper, used garlic powder instead of garlic salt, added 1 t. onion powder and decreased the oil to 1/2 c. The best tip was bake the pretzels for 15 minutes at 250 degrees.
Great and easy. Took advice from another reviewer and baked for a few minutes at 250. They do have a kick, but we like that.
We Love These Pretzels! Had a similar version in a bar we went to. Was so excited to find the recipe. These are even better! Thanks Valarie-I am now addicted to pretzels!
I tried them this way and I liked them -- then I tried baking them for 30 minuted at 275 and I stirred them a couple of times and my family liked them a lot more!!! great recipe!
I thought this were really really good! And I'm not even a huge pretzel fan. I made these for a bach. party and everyone loved them and wanted the recipe. I did use the pretzel twists and since already salted I used garlic powder instead of salt. I also marinated mine overnight and then baked at 250 for 8 minutes the next morning.
This is a great snack. I used the football shaped pretzels for a Super Bowl Party.
These are great! I took the suggestion made by others and reduced the oil to 1/2 cup. I shook the pretzels several times over the course of the first hour or so and then left them in the marinating zip lock bag for the night. When I poured them out they were delicious. I didn't see any need to bake them. They were plenty hot- I think the spiciness of these will depend a lot on the freshness of the cayenne pepper you use and also whether you bake them or not. Baking them will take out some of the heat. Personally, I don't see the need to bake them.
So addicting and easy to make! USE GARLIC POWDER INSTEAD OF GARLIC SALT! I also baked the pretzels @350 for 8 min turning halfway through.
Great snack with a little kick! I followed others' advice and baked the pretzels for 10-15 minutes. They turned out great!
We used 1 1/2 tsp garlic powder as suggested due to the saltiness. Used 1/2 package dry ranch dressing. Instead of just pretzels, we tried it with dry roasted peanuts and cheez its. We also baked for 15 minutes on 250 degrees so we could eat them right away. We added more ground red pepper because we like it hot! Next time will also try adding liquid hot sauce. Will make again and again.
Made these for the superbowl. Super easy, but would cut down on the lemon pepper. I also used garlic powder rather than garlic salt and increased it to 2 tsp. I used olive oil rather than veg oil
My family loves these. I make them every few weeks. I'm not a plain pretzel kind of girl, but I love the flavorful kick of these pretzels. Angela
Excellent! I cut back a bit on the cayenne because of presonal preference; but they were a real hit. Thanks for a great snack.
Most definitely use garlic powder instead of garlic salt. Cut the oil to 1/2 cup. I don't keep lemon pepper on hand, so I use regular pepper with some chili powder. Mix everything except the pretzels in a big bowl FIRST, then add pretzels and toss. Toss every 5 to 10 minutes. Usually they soak up all the flavor quite well, especially when you cut down on the oil.
I thought these were fantastic and super easy! I, too, used less cayenne pepper because I had a mixed crowd eating them. I used half garlic salt and half garlic powder and I didn't think they were too salty. I didn't use as much lemon pepper either, but could still really taste it. My two year old kept saying "MORE MORE", and "I want HOT pretzels"! I now have friends hooked on these and ask when I will make more!
