Making Chocolate-Covered Pretzels is easy and perfect for gifting! They’re sweet, salty, and can be decorated for any occasion.
Ingredients:
- Pretzel rods or mini pretzels
- Dark chocolate or white chocolate (use good quality chocolate or chocolate melting wafers for the best results)
- Sprinkles, crushed nuts, shredded coconut, or crushed peppermint for decoration
Materials Needed:
- Baking sheet lined with parchment paper or wax paper
- Microwave-safe bowl or double boiler for melting chocolate
- Spoon or fork for coating the pretzels
Instructions:
- Prepare the Chocolate
- Microwave Method: Place the chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave in 15–20 second intervals, stirring between each, until fully melted.
- Double Boiler Method: Melt chocolate over a double boiler by placing a heatproof bowl over a pot of simmering water and stirring until smooth.
- Dip the Pretzels
- Hold a pretzel rod or mini pretzel by one end and dip it into the melted chocolate, covering about two-thirds of the rod or the entire mini pretzel.
- Lift and gently shake off any excess chocolate.
- Add Toppings
- Place the dipped pretzels on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- While the chocolate is still wet, add your choice of toppings: sprinkles, crushed nuts, shredded coconut, or crushed peppermint.
- Let Set
- Allow the pretzels to set at room temperature, or place them in the fridge for quicker setting.
- Package and Gift
Once set, package them in decorative treat bags, small boxes, or mason jars. Tie with a ribbon for a festive touch!
Tip: For a marbled look, drizzle dark chocolate over white chocolate-dipped pretzels or vice versa. Enjoy giving these delicious treats!