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    Nov 5, 2021 Β· Modified: Nov 5, 2021 by Sues Β· This post may contain affiliate links, uses cookies, and generates income via ads Β· View privacy policy + disclosure statement linked in footer Β· 42 Comments

    Pumpkin Beer Pretzels

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    These homemade soft pretzels are made with pumpkin beer and covered in a delicious cinnamon sugar coating. You'll want to bring Pumpkin Beer Pretzels (and the accompanying sweet pumpkin dip) to all your fall activities and celebrations!

    Overhead view of a pumpkin beer pretzel coated in cinnamon sugar with bowl of pumpkin dip and beer bottle in background with recipe title at top

    (This recipe was originally posted in September 2011, but has been updated with new photos and content in 2021.)

    I first made these pumpkin beer pretzels over 10 years ago back in 2011. And while I remember absolutely loving them the first time I made them, for some strange reason, I never made them again.

    Now? In the year 2021, I can't stop making them. I made a few adjustments to the recipe (like adding a cinnamon sugar coating), but overall, they're the same delicious, subtly pumpkin-flavored soft pretzels that are perfect for serving at any fall celebration!

    Why You'll Love This Recipe

    Because these pumpkin beer pretzels are absolutely delicious! But seriously, there's something really special about homemade soft pretzels and these ones have a bit of a unique spin on them since they're made with pumpkin beer.

    Soft pretzels are the kind of food that's really best fresh and unless you're buying them and eating them right away, it's tough to get the best soft pretzel experience. Unless you're making them fresh yourself!

    These pumpkin beer pretzels are perfect for bringing to all your fall celebrations and your friends and family will be so impressed that you made them from scratch!

    What Kind of Pumpkin Beer to Use

    You can use absolutely any pumpkin beer you want! Just remember that the more robustly-pumpkin flavored the beer is, the more you'll be able to taste it in the pretzels.

    As you can see in the photos here, I used Dogfish Head Punkin Ale and I enjoyed the flavor. But I've since made them with Elysian's The Great Pumpkin and the pumpkin flavor is even more prominent and it's definitely my favorite!

    Ingredients

    The ingredients for these pumpkin beer pretzels are fairly simple. If you've ever made soft pretzels before, everything will seem pretty familiar. If you haven't, don't worry, they're not hard to make and are so delicious!

    Here's everything you need:

    • Active dry yeast
    • Water
    • Granulated sugar
    • Salt
    • Pumpkin beer
    • All-purpose flour
    • Baking soda
    • Egg
    • Butter
    • Granulated sugar
    • Ground cinnamon

    I also made a sweet pumpkin dip for these soft pretzels and I'll share the ingredients and process for that later in this post.

    How to Make Pumpkin Beer Pretzels

    The soft pretzel making process is fairy straightforward... You just need a little time for the dough to rise.

    To start, sprinkle yeast over ½ cup of warm (around 100-110 degrees) water in a large bowl. Let rest for about 5 minutes

    Yeast and water in bowl

    Stir in sugar and salt. And then pour in the pumpkin beer. The mixture will get a bit frothy and wonderful.

    Yeast in water in bowl with pumpkin beer

    With a wooden spoon, stir the flour in one cup at a time until you've added 3 cups. Add another ½ cup and continue mixing.

    If dough is still sticky, continue adding flour a little at a time, up to ½ cup as needed.

    Knead dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5 minutes (If you prefer, you can throw it in your stand mixer with the dough hook for about 2 minutes).

    Then place the kneaded dough into a lightly oiled bowl in a warm area, cover with a kitchen towel, and let sit for about an hour to rise.

    This is what the dough will look like when you first put it in the bowl.

    Pumpkin beer pretzel dough ball in bowl

    And here's what it will look like after an hour of rising!

    Pumpkin beer pretzel dough risen in bowl

    When dough is done rising, bring 8 cups of water and ¼ cup baking soda to a boil.

    Line two baking sheets with parchment paper (or Silpats) and preheat oven to 425 degrees.

    Now, while the water is boiling, divide the dough into equally-sized 12 balls.

    Pumpkin beer pretzel dough balls ready to be formed

    Take one dough ball and roll it into a rope (about 15-20 inches long). Shape the rope into a pretzel by forming into a "u" and crossing one end down, followed by the other end, creating a pretzel shape.

    Pumpkin beer pretzels formed on wooden board

    Drop pretzels (you can do a couple at a time) into the boiling water for about 30 seconds.

    Pretzels in boiling water and baking soda

    Remove pretzels from water with slotted spoon and let excess water drip off. Place pretzels onto prepared baking sheets.

    Pumpkin beer pretzels formed on baking sheet after being dipped in baking soda water

    Brush each pretzel with lightly beaten egg and bake for 10-12 minutes, until pretzels are golden.

    Baked pumpkin beer pretzels on baking sheet

    Remove from oven and place on cooling rack.

    Now you're ready to dip them in that cinnamon sugar coating!

    In a medium bowl (large enough that pretzel can be dipped in), mix together sugar and cinnamon. Put melted butter in a second medium bowl.

    Dip each pretzel into the melted butter and then directly into the cinnamon sugar mixture to coat.

    And you're ready to start snacking! Oh my goodness, these are especially good when they're still warm.

    Overhead closeup view of a cinnamon sugar coated pumpkin beer pretzel with bowl of sweet pumpkin dip in background

    But wait... These pumpkin beer pretzels are awesome and don't really need any accompaniments. BUT when dipped into a sweet pumpkin dip, they're taken to whole new levels.

    This dip takes less than 5 minutes to make and is SO worth it!

    Ingredients

    The ingredients for this pumpkin dip are SO simple and the process is so easy. Here's everything you need:

    • Pumpkin puree
    • Brown sugar
    • Sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
    • Ground cinnamon
    • Ground nutmeg

    How to Make Sweet Pumpkin Dip

    All you need to do is put all the ingredients in a bowl...

    Pumpkin puree, brown sugar, sour cream, and spices in bowl

    And mix them together.

    That's it! A deliciously sweet and creamy pumpkin dip is all yours to do with as you please.

    Sweet pumpkin dip mixed together in bowl

    But I highly recommend dipping those pumpkin beer pretzels into it!

    The subtle pumpkin beer flavor of the pretzels with the sweet cinnamon sugar topping tastes like all the best parts of fall when dunked into that pumpkin dip.

    I don't want to attend any fall gatherings be they harvest festivals, pumpkin patch outings, or football parties without these soft pretzels in attendance.

    Overhead view of pumpkin beer pretzels with sweet pumpkin dip and pumpkin beer

    They're even more delicious when paired with a pumpkin beer, of course.

    How to Store

    I think these soft pretzels are especially delicious freshly baked and warm, but they can definitely be made ahead of time and stored. However, I highly recommend waiting to add the cinnamon sugar coating until just before you're ready to enjoy them.

    If making them ahead of time, you can store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3-4 days. If you want, you can reheat in the oven or microwave before enjoying.

    More Fall Pumpkin Recipes

    If you're looking for more pumpkin recipes perfect for all your fall gatherings, check out some of my favorites:

    • Pumpkin Macarons
    • Pumpkin Whoopie Pies
    • Pumpkin Cinnamon Buns
    • Pumpkin Spice Energy Balls
    • Pumpkin Snickerdoodles
    • Pumpkin-Swirl Brownies
    • Pumpkin Fudge
    • Pumpkin-Chocolate-Chip Squares
    • Pumpkin Pie Bars
    • Molasses Ginger Cookies with Sweet Pumpkin Dip
    • Pumpkin Pudding Snickerdoodles (from Fake Ginger)
    • Pumpkin Cheesecake Bites (from All Day I Dream About Food)
    Overhead view of a pumpkin beer pretzel coated in cinnamon sugar with bowl of pumpkin dip and beer bottle in background

    Now if you'll excuse me, I'm off to put on a cozy fall sweater so I can sit in my backyard watching the leaves fall and enjoying another pumpkin beer pretzel.

    Have you made homemade soft pretzels before?

    Overhead closeup view of a pumpkin beer pretzel coated in cinnamon sugar

    Pumpkin Beer Pretzels

    These homemade soft pretzels are made with pumpkin beer and covered in a delicious cinnamon sugar coating. You'll want to bring Pumpkin Beer Pretzels (and the accompanying sweet pumpkin dip) to all your fall activities and celebrations!
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    Course: Dessert, Snack
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: Beer Desserts, Pretzel Desserts, Pumpkin Recipes
    Prep Time: 30 minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes
    Dough Rise Time: 1 hour
    Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
    Makes: 12 pretzels
    Author: Sues

    Ingredients

    • 2 ΒΌ tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
    • Β½ cup warm water (between 100-110 degrees)
    • 1 cup + Β½ Tbsp granulated sugar, divided
    • 1 tsp salt
    • 1 cup pumpkin beer
    • 3 Β½-4 cups all-purpose flour
    • ΒΌ cup baking soda
    • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
    • 5 Tbsp unsalted butter, melted
    • 1 cup granulated sugar
    • 1 Tbsp ground cinnamon

    Sweet Pumpkin Dip

    • Β½ cup pumpkin puree
    • ΒΌ cup brown sugar
    • ΒΌ cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
    • ΒΌ tsp ground cinnamon
    • β…› tsp ground nutmeg

    Instructions

    • In a large bowl, sprinkle yeast over Β½ cup of warm (around 100-110 degrees) water. Let rest for about 5 minutes
    • Stir in Β½ Tbsp sugar and salt. Pour in beer (it will likely get frothy).
    • With a wooden spoon, stir the flour in one cup at a time until you've added 3 cups. Add another Β½ cup and continue mixing. If dough is still sticky, continue adding flour a little at a time, up to Β½ cup as needed.
    • Knead dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5 minutes (alternatively, you can throw it in your stand mixer with the dough hook for about 2 minutes). Place kneaded dough into a lightly oiled bowl in a warm area, cover with a kitchen towel, and let sit for about an hour to rise.
    • When dough is done rising, bring 8 cups of water and ΒΌ cup baking soda to a boil. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper (or Silpats) and preheat oven to 425 degrees.
    • While water is boiling, divide dough into equally-sized 12 balls. Take one dough ball and roll it into a rope (about 15-20 inches long). Shape the rope into a pretzel by forming into a "u" and crossing one end down, followed by the other end.
    • Drop pretzels (you can do a couple at a time) into the boiling water for about 30 seconds. Remove pretzels from water with slotted spoon and let excess water drip off. Place pretzels onto prepared baking sheets.
    • Brush each pretzel with lightly beaten egg and bake for 10-12 minutes, until pretzels are golden. Remove from oven and place on cooling rack.
    • In a medium bowl (large enough that pretzel can be dipped in), mix together 1 cup sugar and cinnamon. Put melted butter in a second medium bowl. Dip each pretzel into the melted butter and then directly into the cinnamon sugar mixture to coat.
    • I recommend waiting to coat pretzels in cinnamon sugar until ready to enjoy. Store pretzels in an airtight container at room temperature for 3-4 days.

    Sweet Pumpkin Dip

    • Place all ingredients into a medium bowl and stir together until well combined.
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    Comments

    1. Emily @ A Cambridge Story says

      September 08, 2011 at 8:57 am

      As if homemade pretzels could even GET better. This is ingenious! Love the dips!

    2. Jessica @ How Sweet It Is says

      September 08, 2011 at 8:58 am

      oh man... these may be the best beer pretzels i've ever seen.

    3. Erica says

      September 08, 2011 at 9:27 am

      Hearttttt pumpkin! These look freaking amazing. I want to try the mustard alone!

    4. Mal @ The Chic Geek says

      September 08, 2011 at 9:35 am

      Yum! Those pretzels look so perfect on a cold and dreary day like today.

    5. Blog is the New Black says

      September 08, 2011 at 9:46 am

      BRILLIANT idea, ladies!

    6. Maria says

      September 08, 2011 at 9:51 am

      Yum! These are perfect for fall!

    7. Claudia says

      September 08, 2011 at 9:58 am

      Oh my, yes, yes! This goes to my pretzel loving heart - and with the mustard sauce - I am savory these days! (But not cooking with pumpkin yet - still savoring summer even if the Halloween decor is up!)

    8. Lexi says

      September 08, 2011 at 10:46 am

      oh these sound so fun! I am throwing a beer tasting birthday party next weekend, so I may make these!

    9. lynn @ the actor's diet says

      September 08, 2011 at 10:55 am

      oh heck YA!!!

    10. Monique says

      September 08, 2011 at 11:16 am

      gorgeous! i just bought a bunch of yeast- because now that its not hot as balls i will be baking to stay warm!
      these pretzels look fab.
      I have tried that pumpkin ale- it was totally skunk from where i bought it- wanna try it again !

    11. Chris says

      September 08, 2011 at 11:20 am

      The king of pumpkin beer and pretzels! So awesome. Southern Tier should throw this up on their site.

    12. Erica @ In and Around Town says

      September 08, 2011 at 12:54 pm

      I cannot wait to make these - perfect intro to fall!

    13. Michelle says

      September 08, 2011 at 12:58 pm

      My new favorite liquor store has an ENTIRE section devoted to pumpkin beers. LOVE!

    14. Bethany says

      September 08, 2011 at 1:01 pm

      Woah, I've added pumpkin to just about everything over the years...except pretzels. Definitely trying this out this weekend, thanks!

    15. Victoria says

      September 08, 2011 at 2:28 pm

      Making homemade pretzels is too much fun! I love this variation and your amazing dipping sauces πŸ™‚

    16. Haley says

      September 08, 2011 at 2:43 pm

      Sometimes I look at your photos + think 'there's no way she made those... they're way too perfect'.

      Skills!

      PS: pumpkin = LOVE!

    17. queena lewis says

      September 08, 2011 at 5:07 pm

      "I’ve been wanting to make soft pretzels again ever since, but this time with a twist."

      No pun intended? πŸ˜‰

    18. Courtney says

      September 08, 2011 at 6:27 pm

      Pumking is my favorite pumpkin beer! So good!! Great Choice! Now I'll have to try these.

    19. Lauren @ Healthy Food For Living says

      September 08, 2011 at 7:06 pm

      A few things: 1. Pumpkin season really IS the most wonderful time of the year! 2. I remember the pumpkin drought very well, as I was not a happy camper. In fact, as the hubs can attest, I was downright pissed off for a while. 3. Southern Tier Pumking is my FAVORITE beer ever! 4. These pretzels look ah-mazing :). Well done!

    20. Reeni says

      September 08, 2011 at 7:32 pm

      My heart is open and ready for all things pumpkin! Your pretzels are so puffy and perfect! I love the idea of making it into a sweet version.

    21. Betty @ scrambled hen fruit says

      September 08, 2011 at 7:46 pm

      You've got me hungry for these pretzels now! I love pumpkin time too- I have a long neck pumpkin sitting on my kitchen table right now, just waiting for me to do something with it. Thanks for that great list of pumpkin links! πŸ™‚

    22. Erica @ Boston Rookie says

      September 08, 2011 at 9:47 pm

      I've never made pretzels, but these look great!

    23. Christina says

      September 09, 2011 at 12:32 am

      Pumpkin season is in full swing for me. I've bought my pumpkin spice coffee from Fresh Market and had my first pumpkin spice latte of the season today. I'm definitely adding these pretzels to the rotation!

    24. Lauren at Keep It Sweet says

      September 09, 2011 at 6:10 am

      I absolutely love these! Ever since the pumpkin shortage I stock up on pumpkin whenever I get the chance.

    25. Jenn's Food Journey says

      September 09, 2011 at 8:41 am

      I'm still waiting patiently for fall. We are all excited around these parts because it's actually only supposed to be 99-100 degrees today!!! WOOHOO!!! πŸ™‚
      I stopped by because I saw a post that said two sauces.. I love me some sauces!! But then, I saw these pretzels and I think I'll stop by your house now!! lol

    26. brandi says

      September 09, 2011 at 10:55 am

      yes, please! are you bringing these over this weekend? πŸ™‚

      that mustard sounds so delicious!

    27. Kelly says

      September 09, 2011 at 11:48 am

      I so love the sound of these. I love that you carried the flavors of pumpkin throughout. Nice job!

    28. Amanda L. (Tales from a Kitchen Misfit) says

      September 09, 2011 at 12:58 pm

      Whaaaaaaaaaaat. This is amazing because it combines all of my favorite things. Now, if there was bacon in there somewhere, this would be perfect!

    29. Kelsey @ Snacking Squirrel says

      September 09, 2011 at 1:06 pm

      i wasnt sure if it was pumpkin or beer that you put in the recipe until i saw the picture and realized it was both- a pumpkin beer! haha its quite the evil/rebellious looking pumpkin on the label btw- probably a sign that its scarily good? πŸ™‚

      kudos for the thickness of these pretzels- bet they are so soft with the right amount of chewy texture. so sad im so far away to steal one... and some of the delicious dips too!

      xoxo <3

    30. Telebrands says

      September 09, 2011 at 2:17 pm

      These pumpkin beer pretzels sound wonderful. What a great treat for the forthcoming Autumn months.

    31. The Mrs @ Success Along the Weigh says

      September 09, 2011 at 7:26 pm

      We just saw some pumpkin ale the other day and wondered what you'd do with it and thankfully I just got my answer! Woot!

    32. Holly says

      September 09, 2011 at 9:44 pm

      Oh I could not agree more! So happy pumpkin season is here!! Love love love the sound of these pretzels!! Mmmmm

    33. Susan says

      September 09, 2011 at 11:02 pm

      We love pretzels and beer here in Wisconsin πŸ™‚ Sadly, I haven't tried making pretzels at home but these sound fantastic with the pumpkin beers (which I also have never tasted!).

    34. newlywed says

      September 10, 2011 at 9:31 am

      These look amazing! Love the index of pumpkin recipes too...yum!

    35. sarah k. @ the pajama chef says

      September 10, 2011 at 1:20 pm

      oh, pumpkin season has SO started for me already πŸ™‚ these look great!

    36. 5 Star Foodie says

      September 11, 2011 at 10:19 pm

      Pumpkin beer pretzels sound excellent especially with the pumpkin dip!

    37. Mallory says

      September 13, 2011 at 7:47 pm

      Ahhh-mazing. Best looking pretzels ever, I thought to myself "all it needs is a seasonal beer" and scrolling down you had one πŸ™‚

    38. Alexis @ There She Goes says

      September 15, 2011 at 9:24 am

      i have yet to try pumpkin beer, or make my own pretzels--or combine the two!!! ahh

    39. Eileen says

      September 16, 2011 at 12:47 am

      Gotta try these. They look like I might be able to make them a bit bigger and have something similar to pretzel rolls used in wonderful sandwiches we got in Germany at Rhein mein air base. Thanks! Have a great day

    40. Kelsey says

      September 20, 2011 at 9:37 am

      This is going on my fall baking list. I shared this link when you first posted this on our Facebook and it got many likes.

    41. Meghan says

      October 20, 2011 at 12:34 pm

      You guys keep rockin' it with the craft beer! Would it be ok if we featured this recipe next week? I'm trying to only post recipes that use pumpkin beer in October.

      The White Beer Cookies we posted earlier this year were a hit! Thanks again for letting us feature that one!

      MES

    42. Sues says

      October 24, 2011 at 2:06 pm

      @Meghan- Yes! You can definitely feature this recipe πŸ™‚ It's a fun one!

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