Tangy, crunchy sticks feature dill pickle, pretzel, and buttery base for a unique snack crowd-pleaser.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
03 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
04 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
06 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
→ Wet Ingredients
07 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
08 - 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
09 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
10 - 1 large egg
11 - 2 tablespoons dill pickle juice
→ Mix-ins
12 - 1/2 cup chopped dill pickles, well-drained and patted dry
13 - 1 cup coarsely chopped salted pretzel sticks
14 - 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
→ Optional Topping
15 - 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
16 - Flaky sea salt, for sprinkling
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt in a medium bowl. Set aside.
03 - In a large bowl, cream unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
04 - Beat in the egg, then add dill pickle juice and mix thoroughly.
05 - Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture just until incorporated.
06 - Fold chopped dill pickles, pretzel pieces, and fresh dill into the dough.
07 - Divide dough in half. On a lightly floured surface, roll each portion into a rectangle approximately 1/2 inch thick. Using a knife, cut rectangles into sticks about 4 inches long and 3/4 inch wide.
08 - Place sticks 2 inches apart on prepared sheets. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and flaky sea salt, if using.
09 - Bake in preheated oven for 11 to 13 minutes, until edges are golden and centers are set.
10 - Allow sticks to cool on pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack until fully cooled.
