Ingredient

Pretzel Rods

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Pretzel rods are often coated in chocolate, yogurt, or other sweet toppings and decorated …

What it is

Pretzel rods are a type of pretzel that is long and thin, resembling a rod. They are made from a simple dough of flour, water, yeast, and salt, which is then boiled briefly before baking. This boiling step gives pretzels their characteristic chewy interior and crisp exterior.

Why it's used

Pretzel rods are often coated in chocolate, yogurt, or other sweet toppings and decorated for various holidays or occasions. They are also used as a base for savory snacks, dipped in cheese or dips. Their sturdy shape makes them ideal for dipping and coating.

Health notes

Pretzel rods are a baked good made primarily from refined grains. The FDA considers the ingredients in standard pretzels to be Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) when used as intended. Like other refined carbohydrate snacks, consuming large quantities may contribute to excess calorie intake. International bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated many common pretzel ingredients.

Allergen info

Pretzel rods are made from wheat and are therefore a source of gluten. Wheat is one of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA.

Products containing Pretzel Rods

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Miro Computer Products, Inc. Toffee Pretzel Rods Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks 458kcal 4.2Protein 20.8Fat 70.8Carbs Maud Borup, Inc. Mummies, Fingers, Monsters, White Fudge Dipped, Green Fudge Dipped, Orange Fudge Dipped Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 464kcal 7.1Protein 21.4Fat 64.3Carbs Milk Chocolate With Toffee Crunch Dipped Pretzel Rods, Milk Chocolate With Toffee Crunch Maud Borup, Inc. Milk Chocolate With Toffee Crunch Dipped Pretzel Rods, Milk Chocolate With Toffee Crunch Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks 458kcal 8.3Protein 20.8Fat 66.7Carbs Meijer, Inc. White With Red Drizzle Holiday Dipped Pretzel Rods, White With Red Drizzle Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 458kcal 8.3Protein 20.8Fat 66.7Carbs Target Stores Toffee Crunch Chocolate Dipped Pretzel Rods, Toffee Crunch Chocolate Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks 458kcal 8.3Protein 18.8Fat 66.7Carbs Target Stores Red Drizzle White Fudge Dipped Pretzel Rods, Red Drizzle White Fudge Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 458kcal 8.3Protein 20.8Fat 66.7Carbs Meijer, Inc. Holiday Dipped Pretzel Rods Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks 458kcal 8.3Protein 18.8Fat 66.7Carbs Meijer, Inc. Fudge-Coated With Blue Drizzle Easter Pretzel Rods, Fudge-Coated With Blue Drizzle Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 458kcal 8.3Protein 18.8Fat 66.7Carbs Meijer, Inc. Fudge-Coated With Orange Drizzle Easter Pretzel Rods, Fudge-Coated With Orange Drizzle Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 458kcal 8.3Protein 18.8Fat 66.7Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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