Buffalo Ranch Flaky Pretzel Bars (Print version)
Flaky biscuit bars with tangy buffalo, ranch, and crunchy pretzel—great for snacking or crowds.
# What You Need:
→ Biscuit Base
01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 tablespoon baking powder
03 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
04 - 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
05 - 1 teaspoon kosher salt
06 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
07 - 3/4 cup buttermilk, cold
08 - 1 large egg
→ Buffalo Ranch Layer
09 - 1/3 cup cream cheese, softened
10 - 1/4 cup ranch dressing
11 - 1/4 cup buffalo wing sauce
12 - 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
13 - 1/4 cup sliced green onions
→ Pretzel Topping
14 - 1 cup mini pretzels, roughly crushed
15 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
16 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
# How to Make:
01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, and kosher salt.
03 - Add cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture and cut in using a pastry cutter or forks until the mixture forms coarse crumbs.
04 - In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and egg. Pour over the flour mixture and gently stir just until combined, taking care not to overmix.
05 - Transfer the dough to the prepared baking pan. Press evenly into the pan to form the base.
06 - In a clean bowl, beat together softened cream cheese, ranch dressing, and buffalo wing sauce until smooth. Spread the mixture evenly over the biscuit base.
07 - Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese and sliced green onions uniformly over the buffalo ranch layer.
08 - In a small bowl, combine crushed mini pretzels, melted butter, and garlic powder. Mix until pretzels are well coated.
09 - Scatter the pretzel mixture evenly over the assembled layers in the pan.
10 - Bake on the center rack for 22 to 25 minutes, until the edges are golden and the center appears set.
11 - Allow to cool in the pan for at least 10 minutes. Cut into bars and serve warm or at room temperature.
# Expert tips:
01 -
- These bars combine the classic flavors of buffalo sauce and ranch for a bold snack experience
- The pretzel topping adds irresistible crunch and texture
02 -
- This recipe contains wheat, milk, and eggs
- Pretzels or ranch may include soy or nuts—check package labels
03 -
- Add a pinch of cayenne to the buffalo layer for extra heat
- Swap pepper jack for cheddar to boost the spice level