Maui onion savory, a quiet hit of sweetness, and gone before you meant to eat the whole bag.
You know the craving — not quite sweet, not quite savory, just something crunchy that hits both notes at once. Maui Monk splits the difference: Maui onion does the savory heavy lifting, then a hint of sweetness shows up at the end to round it out. They're vegan, twisted into actual braids (not just pretzel-shaped nuggets), and built for the kind of snacking that doesn't ask permission first.
Every bag in this line doubles as a small art commission. This one features original artwork from Caro, an artist based in Santa Barbara, CA — Stellar Snacks works with a different artist on every flavor, so you're snacking and supporting someone's actual art career at the same time. The company itself started as a mother-daughter project out of Northern Nevada, which tracks.
- Maui onion savory, finished with a hint of sweetness
- Vegan
- Kosher
- Peanut free
- Non-GMO Project Verified
- 12 oz bag of twisted pretzel braids
- No artificial flavors, colors, or corn syrup
- Original artwork on every bag, commissioned from a working artist
The Snack
Maui Monk leads with savory Maui onion and finishes with a hint of sweetness — not a candy-sweet pretzel, just enough to keep things interesting. They're twisted into full braids rather than bite-size nuggets, so there's more texture to work through per handful. Vegan, made without peanuts, and Non-GMO Project Verified.
They're a solid match for an afternoon coffee or tea break if you're looking for something to nibble alongside your cup. Each flavor in the Stellar Snacks line carries original artwork from a different working artist — this bag's design comes from Caro, based in Santa Barbara, CA.
Ingredients & Allergens
Ingredients & allergen information for Stellar Pretzel Braids Maui Monk
Ingredients: enriched wheat flour (wheat flour, niacin, reduced iron, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid), malted barley flour, canola oil, vegan butter (corn maltodextrin, gum acacia), malt tapioca blend (tapioca syrup, malt extract), sea salt, onion and garlic powder, natural flavor, raw cane sugar, citric acid, monk fruit extract.
Contains: wheat. This is not a gluten-free product.
Made in a dedicated peanut-free facility. No artificial flavors, colors, or corn syrup. Vegan.
Nutrition (per 1 oz / about 12 servings per bag): 120 calories, 4g total fat, 0mg cholesterol, 420mg sodium, 18g total carbohydrate, less than 1g dietary fiber, 1g total sugars (1g added), 3g protein.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Stellar Pretzel Braids Maui Monk
Are these pretzels vegan?
Yes — Maui Monk pretzel braids are vegan.
Are they kosher?
Yes, they're kosher certified.
Are they gluten-free?
No. The ingredient list includes enriched wheat flour and malted barley flour, so these aren't gluten-free. They are made in a dedicated peanut-free facility.
Is this product peanut-free?
Yes — Maui Monk pretzel braids are made in a dedicated peanut-free facility.
What does Maui Monk taste like?
Savory Maui onion up front, with a hint of sweetness that shows up at the end. It's a sweet-and-savory pretzel, not a sweet pretzel.
Who designed the artwork on the bag?
Each Stellar Snacks flavor features original artwork from a different working artist. The Maui Monk bag features artwork commissioned from Caro, an artist based in Santa Barbara, CA.
What else pairs well with this?
If you're into snacks with a savory edge, our other Small Batch & Artisan picks are worth a look. They're also good company next to a cup of coffee or tea if you want something to nibble alongside it.
