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Chocolate Pretzels

Chocolate Pretzels are a sweet-and-salty snack made by coating crunchy pretzels in rich melted chocolate and topping them with festive sprinkles, nuts, or sea salt. They’re perfect for parties, gifts, or satisfying that chocolate craving with just a few ingredients.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Chocolate Pretzels
Servings: 10
Calories: 180kcal
Author: Jill Bakes

Ingredients

  • 40 mini pretzel twists or rods
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips or dark/milk chocolate
  • 1 teaspoon coconut oil or vegetable oil optional, for smoothness

Optional toppings:

  • Sprinkles
  • Crushed nuts
  • Sea salt flakes
  • Crushed candy canes
  • White chocolate drizzle

Instructions

Melt Chocolate:

  • In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips with coconut oil in 30-second intervals, stirring in between until smooth. (Or melt using a double boiler.)

Dip the Pretzels:

  • Dip each pretzel halfway or fully into the melted chocolate, letting the excess drip off. Use a fork or dipping tool for better control.

Add Toppings:

  • While chocolate is still wet, sprinkle with toppings of your choice. For a cleaner look, place them directly on parchment paper before topping.

Let Them Set:

  • Place dipped pretzels on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Refrigerate or leave at room temperature until chocolate is fully set (15–30 minutes).

Serve or Store:

  • Serve immediately or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. Keep cool to prevent melting.

Notes

  • Flavor Variations: Use white chocolate, peanut butter chips, or even colored candy melts for seasonal themes.
  • Make It a Gift: Wrap chocolate pretzels in clear bags with ribbons for easy homemade gifts.
  • Kid-Friendly Activity: This is a fun and simple recipe for kids to help with!