Dill Pickle Ranch Pretzels (Printable version)
Crunchy pretzels tossed in tangy dill pickle and ranch seasoning, baked until golden and crispy.
# List of ingredients:
→ Pretzels
01 - 1 pound small pretzel twists or sticks
→ Coating
02 - 1/2 cup vegetable oil
03 - 1 packet ranch dressing seasoning mix (1 oz)
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)
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 250°F and 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 thoroughly combined.
03 - Add pretzels to the bowl and toss until 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 addictive crunch that keeps everyone reaching for just one more handful
- That perfect tangy dill punch balanced with creamy ranch notes
- They come together in minutes but taste like you spent forever on them
02 -
- The pretzels will feel slightly soft when they first come out of the oven but they crisp up as they cool
- Stirring every 15 minutes is non-negotiable unless you want some pieces burned and others raw
- These actually taste better the next day after the flavors have time to mingle
03 -
- Taste your ranch seasoning mix first since brands vary wildly in salt content
- Gluten-free pretzels work beautifully here if you need to accommodate dietary restrictions
- A tablespoon of everything bagel seasoning mixed in creates an even more addictive version