Best pretzels, according to chefs
Three picks, each tied to a named taster and a public source — from Michelle Doll Olson, Gwynedd Stuart, Esther Reynolds, Danny Palumbo and 2 more. Recommendations come from thekitchn.com, sporked.com, simplyrecipes.com and tasteofhome.com and 1 other sources.
Snacks & Sweets · The ranking
- 1Top pick
Dot’s Homestyle Pretzels (Original Seasoned)
Chosen by- Michelle Doll OlsonCulinary development manager, HelloFresh
Also chosen by- Gwynedd Stuart · Writer, Sporked source ↗
- Esther Reynolds · Recipe developer & food writer source ↗
Seasoned twists that a chef, a snack critic and a recipe developer all pick (Stuart scored them 9.5/10; Reynolds likes the Southwest flavor).
- 2
Snyder’s of Hanover Pretzels (Snaps & Minis)
Chosen by- Danny PalumboTaste tester, Sporkedsporked.com ↗
Also chosen by- Taste of Home test-kitchen panel source ↗
“Snyder’s is the gold standard for pretzels, period.” The Taste of Home Test Kitchen also calls it the gold standard.
- 3
Bachman Thin’n Right Pretzels
Chosen by- Tess KomanTaste-test writer, Serious Eats
- Genevieve YamSenior editor, Serious Eats · formerly Per Se
Won the Serious Eats blind tasting (4.125/5). Yam’s tasting note: “Wow!”
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Questions, answered
- What is the best pretzels, according to chefs?
- MyTastr’s top pick is Dot’s Homestyle Pretzels (Original Seasoned), chosen by Michelle Doll Olson (HelloFresh). Seasoned twists that a chef, a snack critic and a recipe developer all pick (Stuart scored them 9.5/10; Reynolds likes the Southwest flavor). Source: thekitchn.com ↗
- What are the other top picks for pretzels?
- No. 2 is Snyder’s of Hanover Pretzels (Snaps & Minis), chosen by Danny Palumbo (Sporked). No. 3 is Bachman Thin’n Right Pretzels, chosen by Tess Koman; Genevieve Yam (Serious Eats). Each card above links to the original source.
- How does MyTastr choose these picks?
- Every pick is tied to a named chef, cookbook author or food expert and links to the public interview, panel or article it came from. We survey dozens, often hundreds, of top chefs, food writers and critics, and order reflects how often and how strongly a brand is recommended. Only organic recommendations count — paid endorsements don’t — and brands can’t buy a spot. Read how we pick.