Italian Pretzels Recipe

Crispy Italian Pretzel Bites made in the microwave! This quick and easy recipe transforms simple pretzels into a cheesy, savory snack in under 10 minutes. Perfect for a game night, party snack, or a satisfyingly simple weeknight treat.

Prep Time 2 mins

Cook Time 8 mins

Calories 56.3 kcal

Protein 1g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Italian Pretzels

1 cup miniature pretzels
2 tablespoons butter
1 (1 ounce) packet Italian style spaghetti sauce mix
Parmesan Cheese (not used in this recipe)
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

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How to Make Italian Pretzels

Place 1 cup of pretzel pieces in a large microwave-safe bowl.
In a small bowl, melt 2 tablespoons of butter in the microwave for 30 seconds. Stir in 1 packet (1 ounce) of Italian-style spaghetti sauce mix.
Pour the butter and sauce mixture over the pretzels. Toss gently to coat evenly.
Microwave on high for 2-3 minutes, or until pretzels are toasted and heated through. Stir every 30 seconds to ensure even cooking.
Remove from the microwave and immediately sprinkle with 1/2 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese.
Toss gently to combine cheese and pretzels.
Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

Fat

19g

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Italian Pretzels?

Italian Pretzels takes about 10 minutes from start to finish — roughly 2 minutes to prepare and 8 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Italian Pretzels?

Italian Pretzels has approximately 56.3 calories per serving, with about 1 g protein, 0 g carbohydrates and 9 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Italian Pretzels?

The key ingredients for Italian Pretzels are Miniature Pretzel Twists, Butter, Spaghetti Sauce Mix, Parmesan Cheese, 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese. See the full list with measurements above.