Disneyland's famous cheesy garlic pretzel bread is what dreams are made of. You can find it at Maurice's treats at Disneyland California.

disneylands cheesy garlic pretzel bread from maurice's treats.

Backstory

So here’s the thing—I live in Florida, just a quick drive from Disney World, and yet somehow I’ve never had Disneyland’s Cheesy Garlic Pretzel Bread from Maurice's Treats.

I know, shocking, right? Apparently, this little gem is a California favorite, and it’s been all over my feed—oozing with creamy, garlicky cheese and baked to golden perfection. Obviously, I couldn’t just let that slide.

So I did what any carb-loving, cheese-obsessed disney adult with a focus in food would do: I recreated it. And let me tell you, it’s even better than I imagined.

Warm, soft pretzel rolls stuffed with a dreamy garlic herb cheese mixture, brushed with garlicky parsley butter, and baked until melty and irresistible. Honestly? It’s the perfect Disney snack without the plane ticket.

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a hand dunking disney's famous cheesy garlic pretzel bread into marinara sauce.

Why You’ll Love It

Think of these cheesy garlic pretzel rolls as the lovechild of soft pretzels, cheesy garlic bread, and the best theme park snack you’ve ever had. The filling is creamy, cheesy, and loaded with garlic and fresh herbs.

Then there’s the garlicky butter glaze that takes it over the top—like, one whiff of these coming out of the oven and you’ll feel like you’re standing on Main Street with Mickey himself.

What I love most is how easy they are. The “pretzel” part is just pretzel hot dog buns from the grocery store (no boiling baking soda water, no yeast dough drama - I found mine at ALDI), which means you can have these ready in under 30 minutes.

Serve them hot from the oven with a side of marinara sauce for dipping, and boom...instant Disney magic at home!

You could even add some red pepper flakes or a sprinkle of parmesan on top for a little twist if you're feeling boojie.

a platter of disneyland's classic cheesy garlic pretzel bread with a small bowl of bright red marinara sauce.

Ingredients & Substitutions

Here’s what you’ll need to make this Disneyland-inspired cheesy pretzel bread:

FOR THE FILLING:

Garlic herb cheese spread: I used Roth's Garlic and Herb cheese spread. But if you can't find that, Boursin cheese spread works, too. You can also blend cream cheese with minced garlic and fresh herbs in a food processor.
Italian blend shredded cheese: I love Land O Lake's Italian blend becuase it's so flavorful and melts beautifull. Mozzarella, provolone, or even sharp cheddar will work too.
Garlic cloves: Fresh grated garlic is key here, but you can use a pinch of garlic powder if needed.
Fresh parsley: Brings a bright, fresh pop. Dried parsley works in a pinch.
Garlic powder: Doubles down on that garlicky flavor.
Pretzel hot dog buns: The shortcut star of the show! You can also use regular soft pretzel rolls or even hoagie rolls if that’s what you have. I got these at ALDI.

FOR THE TOPPING:

Salted butter: The base of that glossy, garlicky glaze.
More garlic + parsley: For maximum flavor.
Kosher salt: Just a pinch to make everything pop.
Optional: Marinara sauce for dipping because, why not?

unbaked cheesy garlic pretzel bread on a baking sheet.

How to Make It

Making these cheesy pretzel breads is shockingly simple—no yeast dough, no fuss, just cheesy goodness in less than 30 minutes.

PREHEAT & MIX THE FILLING: Preheat your oven to 400°F. In a medium-sized bowl, mix the garlic herb cheese spread, shredded Italian cheese, grated garlic, parsley, and garlic powder. Divide the mixture into 5 portions so it’s easy to stuff.
FILL THE PRETZELS: Carefully split your pretzel buns lengthwise (don’t cut all the way through). Stuff each one generously with 4 portions of the cheese mixture. Then, score the top of each pretzel twice, gently pull the cuts apart, and add the remaining cheesy mixture into those little pockets.
MAKE THE GARLIC BUTTER: Melt the butter in the microwave for about 30 seconds. Stir in grated garlic, garlic powder, parsley, and a pinch of kosher salt.
BRUSH & BAKE: Place the stuffed pretzels on a lined baking sheet or baking dish. Brush the tops with the garlic butter, saving a little for after they’re baked. Bake in the middle of the oven for about 15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and just starting to brown.
FINISH & SERVE: When they’re done, brush with the remaining butter (or a drizzle of olive oil) for that extra glossy finish. Serve immediately, ideally with a side of marinara sauce for dipping.

a piece of maurice's cheesy garlic pretzel bread being held over a container of marinara sauce.

Tips & Variations

Want extra crunch? Sprinkle parmesan or Italian breadcrumbs on top before baking.
Add a little heat with crushed red pepper flakes.
Swap the parsley for fresh basil, chives, or even rosemary.
Can’t find pretzel buns? Use regular sub rolls or even mini baguettes—still delicious.

These are amazing straight out of the oven but can be reheated in a 350°F oven for 5–7 minutes if you somehow manage to have leftovers. (Spoiler: you probably won’t.)

What to serve them with

If we're staying with the Disney theme, try serving these cheesy garlic pretzels with Disney's Famous Pretzel Bread Pudding with Salted Caramel Sauce, Epcot's Famous Avocado Margarita or Magic Kingdom's Cheeseburger Spring Rolls - Inspired by Disney.

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Recipe

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Disneyland’s Famous Cheesy Garlic Pretzel Bread (Copycat Recipe)

I live near Disney World in Florida, but I’ve never had the famous cheesy garlic pretzel bread from Disneyland—so I recreated it at home. And now I may never stop making it. Warm pretzel buns stuffed with creamy garlic herb cheese, brushed with garlicky butter, and baked until melty and golden.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Course Appetizer, bread

Cuisine American

Servings servings

Equipment

Ingredients

For the Cheesy Filling

1 cup Garlic Herb Cheese Spread (I'm using one by Roth Cheese but you could also use Boursin)
½ cup Italian Blend Cheese shredded
1 clove Garlic grated
1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley finely chopped
½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
4 5 inch Pretzel Hot Dog Buns (or another similar pretzel roll)

For the Garlic Butter Topping

2 tablespoon Salted Butter melted
2 cloves Garlic grated
½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley finely minced
1 pinch Kosher Salt
Olive Oil (for glossy finish if needed)

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F. In a medium bowl, mix cheese spread, shredded cheese, grated garlic, parsley, and garlic powder. Divide mixture into 5 portions within the mixing bowl.
Carefully split each pretzel bun and stuff with 4 portions of cheese mixture - spreading equally throughout the buns interior. Score the tops of each pretzel twice, gently pull open, and fill with remaining mixture.
Place stuffed pretzels on a lined baking sheet.
Melt butter in the microwave for 30 seconds. Stir in grated garlic, garlic powder, parsley, and a pinch of kosher salt.
Brush tops with garlic butter, reserving a little bit for after baking. Bake for 15 minutes or until cheese is bubbling and lightly browned.
Remove from oven, brush with remaining butter or drizzle with olive oil for shine. Serve immediately with marinara sauce if desired.

Keyword cheesy appetizer, copycat recipe, disney food

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