Delicious Christmas Pretzel Bites with Chocolate and Candy Recipe
Christmas Pretzel Bites are a fun and festive holiday treat featuring crunchy pretzels topped with melted chocolate and colorful candies. These bite-sized snacks combine salty and sweet flavors, making them perfect for parties, gift-giving, or a simple holiday indulgence.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 48 pretzel bites 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 48 mini pretzels
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips or chocolate melts
- 1/2 cup Christmas-themed candy pieces (such as red and green M&M’s, candy sprinkles, or crushed peppermint candies)
Instructions
- Prepare the pretzels: Lay out the mini pretzels on a parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer, leaving some space between each pretzel.
- Melt the chocolate: Place the chocolate chips or melts in a microwave-safe bowl and heat in 20-30 second intervals, stirring between each, until fully melted and smooth. Alternatively, melt the chocolate using a double boiler on the stovetop.
- Top pretzels with chocolate: Using a spoon, spread a small amount of melted chocolate onto each pretzel or dip each pretzel into the chocolate until coated. Be sure to work quickly before the chocolate cools.
- Add candies: Immediately sprinkle the Christmas-themed candy pieces on top of each chocolate-covered pretzel, pressing down lightly so the candies stick.
- Cool and set: Allow the pretzel bites to cool at room temperature, or place the baking sheet in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes until the chocolate hardens completely.
Notes
- Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor and smooth coating.
- Customize toppings with your favorite holiday candies or nuts.
- Store finished pretzel bites in an airtight container at room temperature or in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- These treats also make delightful edible gifts when packaged in festive bags or boxes.
Keywords: Christmas pretzel bites, holiday treats, chocolate pretzels, festive snacks, easy holiday recipe
