Description
Sweet, salty, and crunchy these Chocolate Covered Pretzels are the perfect easy treat for holidays, parties, or gifting.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (12 oz) bag pretzel twists or rods
- 10 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips (or white chocolate)
- 1 tbsp coconut oil or shortening (optional, for smoother coating)
- Sprinkles, crushed nuts, or drizzle for decoration (optional)
Instructions
- 1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or wax paper.
- 2. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips with coconut oil in 30-second intervals, stirring between each until smooth.
- 3. Dip pretzels halfway (or fully) into melted chocolate, letting excess drip off.
- 4. Place dipped pretzels on the prepared baking sheet.
- 5. Add sprinkles or toppings while the chocolate is still wet.
- 6. Let pretzels sit at room temperature or refrigerate for 10–15 minutes until chocolate is set.
- 7. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
Notes
- You can use milk, dark, or white chocolate or mix and match for variety.
- Try drizzling with contrasting chocolate for a pretty finish.
- These make excellent edible gifts — just package them in cellophane bags with ribbon!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 pretzels
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: chocolate covered pretzels, easy holiday snack, sweet and salty treat