# Apple Cinnamon Nuggets The Recipe for These Seasoned Soft Pretzel Bites Make an Autumnal Snack By Alyson Wyers | Published 2015-10-28 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soft-pretzel-bites References: [buzzfeed](http://www.buzzfeed.com/michellev808/18-apple-desserts-that-will-totally-change-your-li-100ke) & [withsaltandwit](http://withsaltandwit.com/cinnamon-soft-pretzel-bites-with-apple-cider-glaze/) These cinnamon soft pretzel bites are covered in an apple cider glaze. Created by Megan at the blog With Salt and Wit, the recipe is autumnally appropriate and makes a shareable appetizer perfect for this time of year. Sweet and salty, the [bite-sized](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fall-flavored-donut-holes) [seasoned soft pretzels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-box-pretzels) are made with unsweetened almond or cashew milk, apple cider, coconut oil (or butter), brown sugar, instant rise yeast, salt, cinnamon and all-purpose flour. In addition to a boiling solution and egg wash, you will also need a separate set of ingredients for the apple cider glaze. This includes powdered sugar, apple cider and cinnamon. The glazed soft pretzel bites are also garnished with a sprinkling of sea salt that's optional. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.3/10 - Popularity: 1% | Activity: 1% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Sweet and Salty Snacks:** Opportunity to develop innovative snack products that combine sweet and salty flavors for a unique taste experience. - **Autumn-inspired Recipes:** Opportunity to create seasonal recipes using ingredients and flavors that are associated with the fall. - **Shareable Appetizers:** Opportunity to develop appetizers that are designed to be shared, appealing to social dining experiences. ### Who This Affects Most - **Snack Food Industry:** Opportunity for snack food manufacturers to create and market new products that cater to the demand for sweet and salty snacks. - **Food and Beverage Industry:** Opportunity for food and beverage companies to create and promote autumn-inspired recipes to capitalize on seasonal trends. - **Restaurant Industry:** Opportunity for restaurants to create unique and shareable appetizers that can enhance the dining experience and attract customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cinnamon Cereal Pretzel Bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cinnamon-toast-crunch-cinnadust-pretzel-bites.md) - [Autumnal Donut-Flavored Pretzels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flipz-apple-cider-donut.md) - [Apple Cinnamon CPG Muffins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-cinnamon-muffins-1.md) - [Sweetly Finished Pretzel Bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/confetti-pretzel-nuggets.md) - [Sugary Collaboration Pretzel Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rold-gold-selects-auntie-annes.md) - [Seasonal Snacking-Friendly Donut Bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-cider-donut-holes.md) - [Limited-Time Cheese-Inspired Pretzel Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheetos-pretzel-bites.md) - [Dippable Pretzel Pizza Rolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheesy-pizza-pretzel-bites.md) - [Seasonal Apple-Centric Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-crumble.md)