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Best 5-Ingredient Ranch Pretzel Bites: Easy Snack Recipe

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These ranch pretzel bites are the kind of snack that disappears before you can even put the bowl down. With only 5 ingredients and ready in under 20 minutes, they are perfect for any occasion and even convert self-proclaimed pretzel haters.

Ingredients

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  • 12 ounces (340 grams) pretzels (bite-sized twists or mini pretzels)
  • 1 ounce packet (about 3 tablespoons) ranch seasoning mix
  • 1/4 cup (4 tablespoons) unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried dill weed

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  2. Melt the 1/4 cup of unsalted butter in a small microwave-safe bowl in 20-second intervals until fully melted. Let it cool for about a minute.
  3. In a small bowl, combine the ranch seasoning mix and the dried dill weed. Stir with a fork to evenly distribute, breaking up any lumps.
  4. Add the 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil to the melted butter and whisk or stir until combined.
  5. Place the 12 ounces of pretzels into a large mixing bowl. Pour the butter and oil mixture over the top and toss gently with a spatula or wooden spoon until every pretzel is coated.
  6. Sprinkle the ranch and dill mixture over the buttered pretzels. Toss again until the seasoning is evenly distributed.
  7. Pour the seasoned pretzels onto the prepared baking sheet in a single layer, avoiding overlap.
  8. Bake for 10 minutes, stirring halfway through with a spatula for even toasting.
  9. Remove from the oven and let the pretzels cool on the baking sheet for at least 15 minutes. They will crisp up as they cool.
  10. Once cooled, gently break apart any pretzels that stuck together during baking.

Notes

Don’t skip the cooling step; it ensures crunchiness. Use your hands for tossing to ensure even coating. Watch the oven closely as baking times may vary. Double the batch for a crowd. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. For reheating, spread on a baking sheet and bake at 300°F for 3-4 minutes, then cool completely.

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