Bring a new twist to your usual brownies with these fudgy gluten-free pretzel brownies. They strike the perfect balance of rich, gooey chocolate and salty crunch, making them a treat everyone will rave about. Think of them as the surprise hit that pairs beautifully with your favorite holiday classics.
What makes these brownies special? They’re easy to whip up, delightfully indulgent, and gluten-free so everyone at the table can dig in without worry. Plus, that pretzel crunch? Game-changing.
Keep it relaxed by serving them as-is or add a little flair with a light sprinkle of powdered sugar for a festive finish. Whether you’re sharing with loved ones or sneaking one late at night (no judgment!), you can never go wrong with these. P.S store them in an airtight container in the freezer and eat them cold too!
Fudgy Gluten-Free Pretzel Brownies
Add a touch of sweet and salty magic to your table with these indulgent gluten-free brownies topped with pretzels—rich, chocolatey, and sure to be the star of your dessert spread.
Ingredients
- 6 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ¼ cup chocolate syrup
- 1 stick unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 eggs lightly beaten
- ¾ cup sugar
- 1 pinch of salt
- ½ cup gluten-free flour
- 1 packet pretzels use salted or chocolate
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 355℉.
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Prepared a double boiler and melt chocolate. Add syrup and butter.
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Beat chocolate and butter until smooth, then add vanilla extract and eggs, and mix.
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Sift sugar, salt and flour and add to chocolate mixture.
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Line a 9x9 baking pan with parchment paper and pour the prepared brownie batter into the pan.
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Add crushed pretzels to the batter and gently fold to combine. Spread the batter evenly in the pan.
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Place whole pretzels evenly on top of the batter.
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Place pretzels evenly on the mixture.
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Bake at 350°F (180°C) for approximately 18-22 minutes, or until just set. Check frequently to ensure they stay gooey and don’t overbake.
Recipe Notes
To nail that gooey center, keep a watchful eye on your baking time—pull them from the oven when they’re just set. And here’s a tip: after cooling, a quick chill in the fridge makes slicing clean and simple, giving you those beautiful, bakery-style squares that stay intact.
