The Best Summertime Soft Pretzel Recipes

Celebrate the flavors of summer with our collection of the best summertime soft pretzel recipes. From savory to sweet, these recipes featuring Plum Creek Soft Pretzels are perfect for picnics, BBQs, or any outdoor gathering. Discover how to turn simple pretzels into delicious treats that everyone will love.

Grilled Pretzel Dogs

Fire up the grill and elevate your BBQ game with our Grilled Pretzel Dogs. This twist on a classic favorite combines the smoky flavors of grilled hot dogs with the satisfying crunch of Plum Creek Soft Pretzels.

• Ingredients:
  1. Plum Creek Soft Pretzels
  2. Hot Dogs
  3. Your favorite condiments (mustard, ketchup, relish)
• Instructions:
  1. Heat grill to medium heat.
  2. Grill hot dogs until heated through and grill marks appear.
  3. Lightly grill Plum Creek Soft Pretzels until warm.
  4. Place grilled hot dogs inside pretzels.
  5. Add your favorite condiments and enjoy!

Pretzel Bites with Cheese Dip

Perfect for snacking or party appetizers, our Pretzel Bites with Cheese Dip are sure to be a hit at any gathering. These bite-sized delights feature the irresistible combination of Plum Creek Soft Pretzels and creamy cheese dip.

• Ingredients:
  1. Plum Creek Soft Pretzels (cut into bite-sized pieces)
  2. 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  3. 1/2 cup milk
  4. 1 tablespoon butter
• Instructions:
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Place pretzel pieces on a baking sheet.
  3. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
  4. Stir in milk and cheese until smooth.
  5. Pour cheese mixture over pretzel bites.
  6. Bake for 10-15 minutes, until cheese is bubbly.
  7. Serve warm with extra cheese dip on the side.

Pretzel Crusted Chicken Tenders

Add a crunchy twist to your summer meals with our Pretzel Crusted Chicken Tenders. Coated in crushed Plum Creek Soft Pretzels, these chicken tenders are baked to perfection for a crispy exterior and tender, juicy inside.

• Ingredients:
  1. Plum Creek Soft Pretzels (crushed into fine crumbs)
  2. Chicken tenders
  3. Egg wash (eggs beaten with a splash of milk)
  4. Salt and pepper
• Instructions:
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Dip chicken tenders in egg wash, then coat with crushed pretzel crumbs seasoned with salt and pepper.
  3. Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  4. Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and cooked through.
  5. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauces.

Summer BBQ Soft Pretzel Bites

Add a twist to your summer BBQ with our Summer BBQ Soft Pretzel Bites recipe. These bite-sized pretzels are perfect for dipping in your favorite sauces or enjoying on their own as a savory snack.

• Ingredients:
  1. Plum Creek Soft Pretzels (cut into bite-sized pieces)
  2. Olive oil
  3. Salt and pepper to taste
  4. Barbecue sauce for dipping
• Instructions:
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Toss Plum Creek Soft Pretzel bites with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  3. Arrange on a baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes, until golden brown and crispy.
  4. Serve hot with barbecue sauce for dipping and enjoy these irresistible BBQ soft pretzel bites!

Grilled Pretzel Pizza

Fire up the grill for our Grilled Pretzel Pizza recipe, a unique twist on traditional pizza that combines the smoky flavors of the grill with the savory goodness of Plum Creek Soft Pretzels. Perfect for outdoor gatherings or family dinners. Don’t have access to a grill? No problem! Check out our full guide on making pizza pretzels for more options.

• Ingredients:
  1. Plum Creek Soft Pretzels (whole)
  2. Pizza sauce
  3. Shredded mozzarella cheese
  4. Toppings of your choice (e.g., pepperoni, bell peppers, onions)
• Instructions:
  1. Preheat grill to medium heat.
  2. Brush Plum Creek Soft Pretzels lightly with olive oil.
  3. Grill pretzels for 1-2 minutes per side, until grill marks appear.
  4. Remove from grill and spread pizza sauce over each pretzel.
  5. Sprinkle with shredded mozzarella cheese and add toppings of your choice.
  6. Return to grill and cook for another 5-7 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  7. Slice and serve immediately for a delicious grilled pretzel pizza experience!

Whether you’re grilling outdoors, hosting a party, or enjoying a sweet treat, these recipes are sure to be a hit. Visit our shop page today to order some of our pretzels straight to your door or find them in a store near you!