For separate portions
You’d like to hand out small bags during your TV night or take a portion with you for later, rather than open a large bag. The Saltletts multipack described by Lorenz and REWE contains three 40-g bags.
Which format is right for you?
For sharing from one bowl
Several people will be reaching in at once. In that case, the total quantity matters more than the number of individual bags; a resealable pack may also be handy if there are leftovers.
If you specifically need gluten-free pretzels
Look for a product labelled accordingly, and check the other ingredients and any allergen warnings too. Schär describes Salinis as gluten- and wheat-free; the pack contains 60 g.
What to look for when buying
First decide whether separate bags, a larger shared quantity or specific ingredient labelling matters most to you. Then compare the pack information for the products you’re considering.
| What to consider | What to check | Who it matters to |
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| Separate portions | Compare the number of individual bags and the total weight: the Lorenz Saltletts Mini Pretzel Multipack contains 3 × 40 g. | I’d like to hand out individual bags during film night and keep any extras sealed. Separate portions are a priority for around 40 % of consumers. |
| Enough for everyone | Check the total weight and closure: as well as the 120 g multipack, pretzels are available in 200- and 250-g bags. | If everyone is sharing from one bowl, I’d rather have enough for the group than three small bags. A shared snack quantity is the priority for around 40 % of consumers. |
| Gluten-free ingredients | Read the gluten-free label, ingredients and allergen warnings on the specific pack; Schär Salinis are described as gluten- and wheat-free. | I can only choose pretzels labelled accordingly, and need to check the other ingredients too. Around 20 % of consumers put this requirement first. |
Common misconceptions
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“Mini” doesn’t mean “individually wrapped”
Mini pretzels are available in both 3 × 40-g multipacks and larger single bags. The size of the pretzels doesn’t tell you whether they’re divided into individual portions.
Check the pack for the number of bags, then compare the total weight with what your group needs.
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Gluten-free doesn’t mean free from all allergens
Schär describes Salinis as gluten- and wheat-free. The product information also lists soya lecithin and possible traces of sesame.
Before buying, read the full ingredients list and allergen warnings on the specific pack if these details are relevant to you.
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Pack size doesn’t tell you everything about the nutritional information
REWE lists 3.7 g of salt per 100 g for ja! Mini Pretzels; EDEKA24 lists 4.5 g per 100 g for Gut & Günstig Salted Pretzels. These figures refer to different products, not to how much someone eats in one evening.
Compare salt levels using the same measure, and consider how much you actually plan to serve.
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Product information can vary between suppliers
ALDI SÜD notes that different suppliers of SUNSNACKS Salted Pretzels may provide different nutritional information.
Check the availability and labelling of the product you can actually buy rather than relying on an older product listing alone.
Brands to consider
Lorenz Saltletts
According to Lorenz, Saltletts Mini Pretzels are also available in a 3 × 40 g multipack, as well as a 150-g bag and a 40-g pack.
- Three separate 40-g portions are easy to hand out or take with you.
- The total quantity is 120 g. Product information lists wheat and possible traces of milk, egg and sesame; always check the current pack.
Mayka
Mayka sells a mix of salted sticks and pretzels in tins that can be resealed after opening.
- The tin is designed for sharing and keeping leftovers.
- The product described by EDEKA24 comes in 8 × 250 g and isn’t a small multipack of individual portions. Product information lists wheat, barley malt and soya flour, as well as possible traces of sesame.
Schär
Schär describes Salinis as gluten- and wheat-free mini salted pretzels in a 60-g pack.
- A clearly labelled option if traditional wheat pretzels aren’t suitable.
- The 60-g pack isn’t a multipack for groups. Product information lists soya lecithin and possible traces of sesame.
ja!
REWE sells ja! Mini Pretzels in a 250-g bag, ideal if you’re planning to share a bowl rather than hand out separate portions.
- The bag contains 250 g in total.
- It isn’t a multipack of individual portions. REWE lists wheat, possible traces of sesame, milk and soya, and 3.7 g of salt per 100 g.
Gut & Günstig
EDEKA24 sells Gut & Günstig Salted Pretzels in a 250-g pack for sharing.
- The pack contains 250 g of salted pretzels.
- It doesn’t offer separate portions. According to EDEKA24, it contains wheat and palm oil, may contain sesame and milk, and has 4.5 g of salt per 100 g.
Pretzel snacks at Joybuy
These products could work for sharing from one bowl or as a sweet-and-savoury alternative. If you’re specifically looking for separate 40-g bags, check the packaging format of each item before buying.
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Jeden Tag Salted Sticks 250 g
An option for sharing from one bowl if separate portions aren’t a priority.
Pack size: 250 g of salted sticks. Check the packaging format and ingredients on the pack to make sure they meet your requirements.
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Lorenz Saltletts Classic Salted Sticks 250 g
For sharing salted sticks when you’re not specifically looking to hand out individual bags.
Pack size: 250 g. Check the specific pack for individual portions, ingredients and allergens.
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Jeden Tag Salted Pretzels 250 g
For sharing a bowl of classic salted pretzels when the total quantity matters more than individually wrapped portions.
Pack size: 250 g. Check the pack for information on ingredients, allergens and storage.
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Alpia Salted Pretzels with Milk Chocolate 140 g
For your snack table if you’d like a milk chocolate-coated option instead of plain savoury pretzels.
Pack size: 140 g. Check the ingredients and allergens, as well as the packaging format if separate portions matter to you.
Frequently asked questions
Are 3 × 40 g of pretzels enough for a TV night?
It depends on how much your group wants to snack: the Lorenz Saltletts Mini Pretzel Multipack contains 120 g in total, divided into three separate bags. If several people will be helping themselves, compare this with a 200- or 250-g bag.
How should I store leftover pretzel snacks after opening?
Follow the storage instructions on the relevant pack. If you’re saving some for later, a tin with a lid can be sealed again after opening; also follow any instructions about keeping the snacks dry and away from heat and light.
Are ordinary mini pretzels gluten-free?
The classic options listed here from Lorenz, ja!, Mayka, Gut & Günstig and Wurzener contain wheat, so they aren’t gluten-free alternatives. Schär describes Salinis as gluten- and wheat-free; even so, check the other ingredients and any possible traces of sesame on the current pack.
Which pack details are especially important for pretzel snacks?
When choosing what to buy, compare the total weight, ingredients, allergens, nutritional information and best-before date on the specific pack. Verbraucherzentrale highlights shelf life, ingredients and allergens as important information on packaged foods.