Description
Salty meets sweet in these irresistible Chocolate Covered Pretzels that blend crunchy pretzel twists with rich, melted chocolate. Perfect for snacking or gifting, these treats promise a delightful contrast of flavors you’ll savor with every delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Chocolate
- 12 ounces (340 grams) chocolate chips or candy melts (milk, white, dark, or a mix)
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) shortening (only if using chocolate chips)
Pretzels
- 50 miniature pretzel twists or 24 pretzel rods
Decorations
- 1/2 cup (75 grams) sprinkles (any type you love)
Instructions
- Prepare a microwave-safe bowl and melt chocolate chips or candy melts, incorporating shortening for smoother consistency.
- Use 30-second microwave intervals, stirring thoroughly between each heating cycle to ensure uniform melting and prevent scorching.
- For pretzel rods, transfer melted chocolate into a tall glass for easy dipping, submerging each rod halfway and gently tapping to remove excess chocolate.
- Immediately roll chocolate-coated rod in sprinkles, ensuring even coverage and decorative appearance.
- When working with pretzel twists, use a fork to fully immerse each piece in melted chocolate, carefully tapping the fork’s edge against the bowl to remove dripping excess.
- Transfer chocolate-coated twists onto parchment paper using a toothpick, maintaining a clean and precise placement.
- Sprinkle decorative toppings immediately after coating to ensure they adhere properly to the melted chocolate surface.
- Allow pretzels to set and solidify completely at room temperature, which typically takes 15-20 minutes depending on ambient conditions.
- Once fully set, arrange pretzels on a serving platter or store in an airtight container to maintain their crisp texture and flavor.
Notes
- Melt chocolate gently to prevent burning by using short microwave intervals and stirring frequently.
- Add a tiny amount of coconut oil or shortening to create smoother, shinier chocolate coating that won’t crack.
- Choose high-quality chocolate or candy melts for better flavor and more professional-looking results.
- Customize by using different chocolate varieties like dark, milk, or white chocolate to match personal preferences or event themes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Melting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg