Description
These Chocolate Covered Pretzels are a delightful combination of salty and sweet, featuring a crispy texture that gives way to a rich, velvety chocolate coating. Each bite offers a satisfying crunch followed by the smoothness of chocolate, making them the perfect treat for Valentine’s Day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pretzel rods
- 12 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 tbsp coconut oil (optional, for smooth melting)
- 1/2 cup sprinkles (optional, for decoration)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 200°F (93°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips and coconut oil.
- Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until fully melted and smooth (about 1-2 minutes total).
- Dip each pretzel rod into the melted chocolate, ensuring it is fully coated.
- Place the coated pretzels on the prepared baking sheet.
- Sprinkle with decorations if desired.
- Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes or until the chocolate is set.
Notes
- Make-ahead: These pretzels can be made up to a week in advance and stored in an airtight container.
- Storage: Keep in a cool, dry place to prevent melting.
- Substitutions: Use white chocolate or dark chocolate for different flavor profiles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: desserts
- Method: dipping
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pretzel rod
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8 grams
- Sodium: 150 milligrams
- Fat: 6 grams
- Saturated Fat: 4 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 15 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 1 gram
- Cholesterol: 0 milligrams
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