Chocolate Covered Pretzels (Printable)

Crunchy pretzels coated in smooth chocolate and toppings for a tasty sweet and salty snack.

# What You'll Need:

→ Pretzels

01 - 24 large pretzel rods or twists

→ Chocolate

02 - 7 oz semi-sweet or milk chocolate, chopped or chocolate chips

→ Optional Toppings

03 - 2 tablespoons sprinkles
04 - 2 tablespoons chopped nuts
05 - 2 tablespoons shredded coconut
06 - 2 tablespoons crushed candy canes

# How to Make It:

01 - Line a baking sheet with parchment or wax paper.
02 - Place chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl and heat in 30-second intervals, stirring between each until smooth and melted (1-2 minutes), or melt using a double boiler.
03 - Hold a pretzel by one end and dip it into the melted chocolate, covering about two-thirds. Gently tap to remove excess chocolate.
04 - Immediately sprinkle chosen toppings over the chocolate-covered portion.
05 - Place coated pretzels on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with remaining pretzels.
06 - Allow pretzels to set at room temperature for 30 minutes or refrigerate for 10 minutes until chocolate is firm.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Takes just 20 minutes from start to finish, making it perfect for last-minute cravings or unexpected guests
  • The combination of salty pretzels and rich chocolate is an irresistible contrast that keeps you reaching for just one more
  • Endlessly customizable with toppings, so you can make them your own and impress people with your creativity
02 -
  • Don't let your chocolate get too hot, or it'll become grainy and separated. Low and slow is always the way with chocolate, whether you're using the microwave or double boiler method.
  • If your chocolate seizes up and becomes thick and clumpy, don't throw it away. Add a tiny bit of coconut oil or shortening and stir gently until it smooths back out.
  • Room temperature chocolate takes longer to set but gives you more time to work and prevents the shock of sudden temperature changes that can cause the chocolate to crack.
03 -
  • Use a fork to dip if you want more control, or simply hold the pretzel by the end like chopsticks—whatever feels natural to you will give you the best results
  • If you want really thick chocolate coating, dip your pretzel twice. Let the first coat set for just a minute, then dip again for double the decadence.
  • Add a tiny pinch of sea salt on top of the wet chocolate for a gourmet twist that makes people wonder what your secret ingredient is

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