Crunchy Handmade Pretzel Sticks (Fresh Milled, Whole Grain)
Are you ready to level up your snack game? Meet your new favorite crunchy snack: handmade pretzel sticks. These are made from my fresh milled Philly soft pretzel dough, turning a classic, nostalgic dough into a modern, crunchy, totally addictive snack.
They’re perfect for easy snacking at home, road trips, lunchboxes, or sharing with friends and family. Simple ingredients. Big flavor. Serious crunch.From Soft to Crunchy: A Delicious Transformation
Philly soft pretzels are known for their dense, slightly sweet, salty, chewy texture. But what happens when you take that same dough and bake it differently?
You get pretzel sticks — crunchy, snack worthy, and incredibly satisfying.
These sticks start with the same fresh milled dough as my Philly soft pretzels, but with a technique that transforms them into a crisp snack that keeps its crunch.
Why You’ll Love These Pretzel Sticks
Easy to Make
If you can make soft pretzel dough, you can make these. No special equipment required — just time, patience, and good dough.Perfect Snack Size
These are ideal for grabbing by the handful. Great for kids, travel, or grazing.Endlessly Customizable
Classic salted is amazing — but you can also try:Garlic powder
Cinnamon sugar
Cheese seasoning
Everything bagel seasoning
The Recipe: Crunchy Handmade Pretzel Sticks
Ready to get started? Here’s the big-picture process:
Prepare the Dough
Start with my fresh milled Philly soft pretzel dough. This dough is already designed for flavor and chew — perfect for sticks.Shape the Sticks
Roll the dough into thin strips. The thinner they are, the crunchier they’ll be.Wash and Bake
Brush or spray with a baking soda wash to set the exterior, then sprinkle with salt and bake until golden.Season and Enjoy
Brush with butter and salt — or get creative with seasonings.Dehydrate for Long-Lasting Crunch
These are best dehydrated for a few hours so the crunch really sticks.
A Snack for Every Occasion
These pretzel sticks aren’t just snacks — they’re crowd-pleasers.
Serve them:
At parties
On road trips
Alongside soup or salads
With mustard, cheese sauce, or even chocolate (yes, really)
They store well and make a great pantry snack once fully crisp.
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