Chocolate Covered Pretzels Recipe

Introduction

Chocolate covered pretzels combine salty and sweet in a delightful treat that’s easy to make at home. With just a few ingredients, you can create a crunchy, chocolaty snack perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

• 5 cups pretzel minis
• 12 oz milk, semisweet, or dark chocolate bars, finely chopped (divided)
• Optional: white chocolate for drizzling, sprinkles, toffee bits, or crushed nuts

Instructions

1. Step 1: Fill a small saucepan with 1-2 inches of water and find a medium-sized heatproof bowl that fits over the saucepan without touching the water. Alternatively, use a double boiler.
2. Step 2: Remove the bowl from your saucepan and add the finely chopped chocolate, reserving about 2 tablespoons for later.
3. Step 3: Bring the water to a simmer over medium heat. Once simmering, place the bowl of chocolate over the saucepan.
4. Step 4: Stir constantly until the chocolate is melted and smooth. Remove the bowl from heat and add the reserved chocolate. Stir until fully melted and smooth to prevent streaks.
5. Step 5: Dip pretzels into the melted chocolate, completely covering each one. Transfer to a cooling rack or wax paper-lined baking sheet, spacing them so they do not touch.
6. Step 6: Optional: drizzle with melted white chocolate or sprinkle with your choice of sprinkles, toffee bits, or crushed nuts while chocolate is still wet.
7. Step 7: Allow the chocolate to harden completely before serving. To speed up the process, place the pretzels in the refrigerator.

Tips & Variations

• Use a variety of chocolate types to customize flavor—try mixing milk and dark chocolate for a richer taste.
• For a festive touch, add colorful sprinkles or crushed peppermint during step 6.
• Ensure pretzels are dry and at room temperature before dipping to help the chocolate adhere better.

Storage

Store chocolate covered pretzels in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. For longer freshness, keep them in the refrigerator, but allow them to come to room temperature before serving to avoid chocolate bloom. Reheating is not necessary.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use candy melts instead of chocolate bars?

Yes, candy melts are a convenient alternative and melt easily, but they may have a different texture and sweetness compared to real chocolate.

How do I prevent the chocolate from seizing?

Make sure no water comes into contact with the chocolate while melting and stir constantly. Using a double boiler helps control the heat and prevents burning or seizing.

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Delicious and easy-to-make chocolate covered pretzels that combine the salty crunch of pretzel minis with smooth, melted chocolate. Perfect as a snack or party treat with optional toppings like white chocolate drizzle, sprinkles, toffee bits, or crushed nuts for extra flair.

• Author: Maya
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 10 minutes
• Total Time: 20 minutes
• Yield: Approximately 5 cups of chocolate-covered pretzels (about 40–50 pretzels depending on size) 1x
• Category: Snack
• Method: Stovetop
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Chocolate Covered Pretzels

• 5 cups pretzel minis
• 12 oz milk, semisweet, or dark chocolate bars, finely chopped (divided)
• Optional: white chocolate for drizzling
• Optional toppings: sprinkles, toffee bits, or crushed nuts

Instructions

1. Prepare the double boiler: Fill a small saucepan with 1-2 inches of water and place a medium-sized heatproof bowl over it, ensuring the bowl does not touch the water. Alternatively, use a double boiler setup.
2. Add chocolate to bowl: Remove the bowl and add the finely chopped chocolate, reserving about 2 tablespoons to add back later.
3. Heat water to simmer: Bring the water in the saucepan to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
4. Melt the chocolate: Once simmering, place the bowl with chocolate over the saucepan. Stir continuously until the chocolate melts completely and is smooth. Remove the bowl from heat.
5. Add reserved chocolate: Stir in the reserved 2 tablespoons of chocolate to the melted chocolate to ensure smoothness and prevent streaking.
6. Dip pretzels: Dip the pretzel minis into the melted chocolate, completely covering them. Transfer each dipped pretzel onto a cooling rack or a baking sheet lined with wax paper, spacing them so they do not touch each other.
7. Add optional toppings: While the chocolate is still wet, drizzle with melted white chocolate and/or sprinkle with sprinkles, toffee bits, or crushed nuts, if desired.
8. Allow chocolate to harden: Let the chocolate-coated pretzels set at room temperature until firm. To speed up the process, place them in the refrigerator until the chocolate is fully hardened.

Notes

• Use good-quality chocolate for the best taste and smooth melting.
• Finely chopping the chocolate ensures even melting and smooth chocolate coating.
• Make sure the bowl does not touch the simmering water to avoid overheating the chocolate which can cause it to seize.
• Store the finished pretzels in an airtight container at room temperature or refrigerated for longer shelf life.
• Feel free to experiment with different types of chocolate and toppings to customize flavors.

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