{"id":440871,"date":"2025-10-16T09:29:33","date_gmt":"2025-10-16T02:29:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/?p=440871"},"modified":"2026-01-19T17:53:13","modified_gmt":"2026-01-19T10:53:13","slug":"christmas-cookie-recipes-with-pretzels","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/christmas-cookie-recipes-with-pretzels\/","title":{"rendered":"6+ Simple Christmas Cookie Recipes with Pretzels That Will Delight Your Holiday Guests! **"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Christmas is the season of joy, laughter, and delightful treats that bring everyone together. Imagine the aroma of freshly baked cookies filling your kitchen as you whip up festive delights. These three simple cookie recipes are not just delicious but also add a fun twist with pretzels, making them the star of your holiday gatherings!<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Recipe List and Variations<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/christmas-cookie-recipes-with-pretzels\/#Chocolate_Pretzel_Delights\" >Chocolate Pretzel Delights<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/christmas-cookie-recipes-with-pretzels\/#Caramel_Pretzel_Thumbprint_Cookies\" >Caramel Pretzel Thumbprint Cookies<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/christmas-cookie-recipes-with-pretzels\/#Peanut_Butter_Pretzel_Cookies\" >Peanut Butter Pretzel Cookies<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chocolate_Pretzel_Delights\"><\/span>Chocolate Pretzel Delights<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/6025811\/pexels-photo-6025811.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Chocolate Pretzel Delights\" title=\"Chocolate Pretzel Delights\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Piotr Arnoldes on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/tasty-desserts-served-on-table-in-cafe-6025811\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Peru\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/chocolate-peanut-butter-pretzel-delight-1760536417.jpg\" alt=\"Chocolate Peanut Butter Pretzel Delight\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/chocolate-peanut-butter-pretzel-delight-recipe-23732439\" target=\"_blank\">Chocolate Peanut Butter Pretzel Delight<\/a><\/strong> from The Kitchn<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (3 reviews). Total Time: 40 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:LightGoldenRodYellow\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/rolo-pretzels-1760536417.jpg\" alt=\"Rolo Pretzels\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.twopeasandtheirpod.com\/rolo-pretzels-with-pretzel-m-and-ms\/\" target=\"_blank\">Rolo Pretzels<\/a><\/strong> from Two Peas &amp; Their Pod<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.4 (225 reviews). Total Time: rolo candies, mini pretzels. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:DeepPink\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/rolo\u00ae-pretzel-delights-recipe-1760536417.jpg\" alt=\"ROLO\u00ae Pretzel Delights Recipe\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kroger.com\/r\/rolo-pretzel-delights-recipe\/5f2481929da07c68308177b5\" target=\"_blank\">ROLO\u00ae Pretzel Delights Recipe<\/a><\/strong> from Kroger<\/p>\n<p><small>Total Time: 10 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>These cookies offer a perfect balance of sweet and salty, combining rich chocolate with the crunch of pretzels. Baked to perfection, they have a soft center and a delightful crispy edge, making every bite a treat to remember!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1 cup unsalted butter, softened<\/li>\n<li>1 cup granulated sugar<\/li>\n<li>1 cup brown sugar, packed<\/li>\n<li>2 large eggs<\/li>\n<li>2 teaspoons vanilla extract<\/li>\n<li>2 \u00bd cups all-purpose flour<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon baking soda<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd teaspoon salt<\/li>\n<li>1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips<\/li>\n<li>1 cup crushed pretzels<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>What makes these cookies so special is the addition of crushed pretzels right into the dough, giving them an unexpected crunch that perfectly balances the sweetness of the chocolate. They are a hit at holiday parties, not just because they taste amazing, but also because they look festive with their sprinkle of crushed pretzels on top. When you serve them, be prepared for compliments and requests for the recipe!<\/p>\n<p>These cookies are easy to make, and you can whip up a batch in no time. Just mix your wet ingredients, slowly add the dry, and fold in the chocolate chips and pretzels. Once they\u2019re baked, the warm, gooey chocolate paired with the salty pretzel crunch will have everyone reaching for seconds.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related Videos<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/rolo-pretzel-delights-under-5-minutes-from-start-to-finish-1760536432.jpg\" alt=\"Rolo pretzel delights - under 5 minutes from start to finish\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=anaU1Qz1DKg&#038;pp=0gcJCdgAo7VqN5tD\" target=\"_blank\">Rolo pretzel delights &#8211; under 5 minutes from start to finish<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/pretzel-bark-\ud83e\udd68\ud83c\udf6b-this-right-here-it-a-quick-and-easy-snack-to-1760536432.jpg\" alt=\"Pretzel Bark \ud83e\udd68\ud83c\udf6b This right here it a quick and easy snack to ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/BlingingPretty\/videos\/pretzel-bark-\/440022569024958\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pretzel Bark \ud83e\udd68\ud83c\udf6b This right here it a quick and easy snack to &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(facebook.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/festive-rolo\u00ae-pretzel-delights-home-with-the-halsteads-1760536432.jpg\" alt=\"Festive Rolo\u00ae Pretzel Delights | Home with the Halsteads\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=LG2zW3UzLb8\" target=\"_blank\">Festive Rolo\u00ae Pretzel Delights | Home with the Halsteads<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Caramel_Pretzel_Thumbprint_Cookies\"><\/span>Caramel Pretzel Thumbprint Cookies<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/1028420\/pexels-photo-1028420.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Caramel Pretzel Thumbprint Cookies\" title=\"Caramel Pretzel Thumbprint Cookies\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Valeria Boltneva on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/tilt-shift-lens-photography-of-smoothies-1028420\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:HotPink\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/caramel-pretzel-thumbprint-cookies-1760536421.jpg\" alt=\"CARAMEL PRETZEL THUMBPRINT COOKIES\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kudoskitchenbyrenee.com\/salted-caramel-pretzel-thumbprints\/\" target=\"_blank\">CARAMEL PRETZEL THUMBPRINT COOKIES<\/a><\/strong> from Kudos Kitchen by Renee<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (2 reviews). Total Time: 30 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:DeepSkyBlue\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/salted-caramel-pretzel-thumbprints-1760536422.jpg\" alt=\"Salted Caramel-Pretzel Thumbprints\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.foodnetwork.com\/recipes\/food-network-kitchen\/salted-caramel-pretzel-thumbprints-recipe-2120745\" target=\"_blank\">Salted Caramel-Pretzel Thumbprints<\/a><\/strong> from Food Network<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4 (25 reviews). Total Time: 1 h 30 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:LightCyan\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/salted-caramel-pretzel-thumbprints-1760536422-1.jpg\" alt=\"Salted Caramel &amp; Pretzel Thumbprints\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thecreativebite.com\/salted-caramel-pretzel-thumbprint-cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\">Salted Caramel &amp; Pretzel Thumbprints<\/a><\/strong> from The Creative Bite<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.5 (19 reviews). Total Time: 42 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>These thumbprint cookies are a delightful blend of buttery goodness, filled with sweet caramel and topped with a sprinkle of sea salt. The pretzels add a unique twist that gives a satisfying crunch, making these cookies irresistible!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1 cup unsalted butter, softened<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd cup granulated sugar<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd cup brown sugar, packed<\/li>\n<li>2 large egg yolks<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon vanilla extract<\/li>\n<li>2 cups all-purpose flour<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon baking powder<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd teaspoon salt<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd cup caramel sauce<\/li>\n<li>1 cup crushed pretzels<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These cookies are not only adorable but also pack a flavor punch. The buttery cookie base is perfectly complemented by the gooey caramel center, while the pretzels provide a delightful crunch. This combination of textures and flavors makes them a standout dessert on any holiday platter.<\/p>\n<p>What makes this recipe particularly fun is the process of making the thumbprint indentation, which you can do with your thumb or the back of a measuring spoon. Once baked, drizzle a little extra caramel on top and sprinkle with crushed pretzels for that added festive touch. Your friends and family will love these cookies so much that they will disappear faster than you can say &#8220;holiday spirit!&#8221;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related Videos<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/salted-caramel-pretzel-thumbprint-cookies-recipe-1760536435.jpg\" alt=\"Salted Caramel Pretzel Thumbprint Cookies Recipe\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@madhavafoods\/video\/7447181439407328542\" target=\"_blank\">Salted Caramel Pretzel Thumbprint Cookies Recipe<\/a><br \/><small>(tiktok.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/holiday-cooking-baking-salted-caramel-thumbprint-1760536435.jpg\" alt=\"Holiday Cooking &amp; Baking: Salted Caramel Thumbprint ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pimACHnL4m8\" target=\"_blank\">Holiday Cooking &amp; Baking: Salted Caramel Thumbprint &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/this-salted-caramel-pretzel-cookie-shes-not-just-aprils-1760536435.jpg\" alt=\"This Salted Caramel Pretzel Cookie? 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She&#039;s not just April&#039;s &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(instagram.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Peanut_Butter_Pretzel_Cookies\"><\/span>Peanut Butter Pretzel Cookies<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/11325078\/pexels-photo-11325078.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Peanut Butter Pretzel Cookies\" title=\"Peanut Butter Pretzel Cookies\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Harish .P on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/brown-cookies-on-white-surface-11325078\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:FloralWhite\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/peanut-butter-pretzel-cookies-recipe-1760536426.jpg\" alt=\"Peanut Butter Pretzel Cookies Recipe\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.brownedbutterblondie.com\/peanut-butter-pretzel-cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\">Peanut Butter Pretzel Cookies Recipe<\/a><\/strong> from Browned Butter Blondie<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (7 reviews). Total Time: 27 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:LightGoldenRodYellow\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/peanut-butter-pretzel-cookies-1760536427.jpg\" alt=\"Peanut Butter Pretzel Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/apaigeofpositivity.com\/chocolate-chip-pretzel-peanut-butter-cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\">Peanut Butter Pretzel Cookies<\/a><\/strong> from A Paige of Positivity<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (81 reviews). Total Time: 30 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:LightCyan\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/wholesome-peanut-butter-pretzel-chocolate-chip-cookies-1760536427.jpg\" alt=\"Wholesome Peanut Butter Pretzel Chocolate Chip Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.halfbakedharvest.com\/peanut-butter-pretzel-chocolate-chip-cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\">Wholesome Peanut Butter Pretzel Chocolate Chip Cookies<\/a><\/strong> from Half Baked Harvest<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.7 (65 reviews). Total Time: 30 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>If you love the combination of peanut butter and pretzels, these cookies are the ultimate treat! They are chewy, full of flavor, and have just the right amount of crunch, making them a perfect snack for any holiday gathering.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1 cup creamy peanut butter<\/li>\n<li>1 cup granulated sugar<\/li>\n<li>1 large egg<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon baking soda<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd teaspoon vanilla extract<\/li>\n<li>1 cup crushed pretzels<\/li>\n<li>Sea salt for sprinkling<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>What makes these cookies so great is how simple they are to make with just a few ingredients. The peanut butter gives them a rich flavor, while the pretzels add a fun crunch that you can&#8217;t resist. Plus, they are gluten-free, making them a great option for guests with dietary restrictions.<\/p>\n<p>After mixing the ingredients, simply roll the dough into balls and press a pretzel on top before baking. A sprinkle of sea salt just before they come out of the oven enhances the flavor, making each bite a taste sensation. These cookies are perfect for gift-giving or for enjoying with a warm cup of cocoa by the fire!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Get ready to impress your holiday guests with these three delightful Christmas cookie recipes that cleverly incorporate pretzels for a festive twist!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":546661,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"iawp_total_views":2,"footnotes":""},"categories":[19],"tags":[2181],"internal_tag":[],"class_list":["post-440871","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-cookies","tag-holiday-recipes"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/440871","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=440871"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/440871\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/546661"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=440871"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=440871"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=440871"},{"taxonomy":"internal_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/internal_tag?post=440871"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}