Chocolate-Dipped Pretzels are so easy to make, it's no wonder they're
a classic! The combination of sweet chocolate and salty, crunchy
pretzels is fantastic, and there are an infinite number of ways you can
customize this recipe. You can use any pretzels you want, but I
recommend large pretzel rods or twists, since they are faster to make
and look great when packaged as a gift.
Try topping your chocolate-covered pretzels with nuts, coconut, M&M's, a caramel drizzle, or anything else you can dream up!
Ingredients
- 12 oz (2 cups) chopped semi-sweet chocolate or chocolate chips
- 1 tbsp shortening (optional)
- 24 pretzel rods or large pretzel twists
- Assorted sprinkles, small candies, or crushed nuts (optional)
Preparation
1. Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with waxed paper or parchment.
2. Place
the chopped chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave in
30-second intervals, stirring after every 30 seconds. If you are using
chocolate chips, consider adding a tablespoon of shortening to help thin
out the chocolate--chocolate chips tend to be thicker when melted. When
chocolate gets overheated it thickens and becomes unworkable, so watch
your chocolate carefully during the melting process.
Take it out of the microwave when there are still a few unmelted bits remaining, and stir until the final chunks melt.
3. If dipping pretzel rods, hold a rod by one end and dip it in the chocolate,
leaving an inch or two uncovered. If you are dipping pretzel twists,
drop the whole pretzel in the chocolate and submerge it slightly. Use a
fork to pull the pretzel out of the chocolate. Let the excess drip back
into the bowl, then place it on the prepared baking sheet. If want to
top the pretzels with sprinkles, nuts, or candies, sprinkle them on when
the chocolate is still wet. Repeat with remaining chocolate and
pretzels.
4. Place the pretzels in the
refrigerator for about 15 minutes to set the chocolate.Chocolate-Covered
Pretzels will keep for up to 2 weeks in an airtight container.
Note:
These chocolate on these pretzels will start to get soft if left at
warm room temperature, so during warm periods, try storing them in the
refrigerator. If you want your Chocolate-Covered Pretzels to remain
shiny and hard at warm room temperature, consider either using chocolate
candy coating instead, or tempering your chocolate.
By Elizabeth LaBau
Candy Expert
