Description
Delicious pretzels dipped in warm, glossy chocolate, perfect for snacking or gifting.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups small pretzels (mini twists or rods)
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (about 170 g)
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (optional)
- ½ cup colored sprinkles (optional)
- ¼ cup crushed nuts (peanuts, almonds; optional)
- Sea salt, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare a workspace: line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
- Melt the chocolate: place chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave in 20–30 second bursts, stirring until smooth.
- Optional smoothing: stir in 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil for a glossier finish.
- Dip the pretzels: dip halfway into the melted chocolate and let excess drip back.
- While chocolate is wet, sprinkle with toppings like colored sprinkles or nuts.
- Set the chocolate: allow pretzels to sit at room temperature or in the refrigerator until set.
- Store or package in an airtight container once fully set.
Notes
Avoid overheating chocolate and work quickly to ensure toppings stick. Store in a cool, dry place.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Dipping
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 174
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 185mg
- Fat: 8.7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1.3g
- Protein: 2.6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg