Description
Festive pretzel wreaths bring holiday cheer with sweet and salty charm. Chocolate-dipped pretzels adorned with sprinkles create a delightful treat you can’t resist sharing with friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
Pretzel Wreaths
Main Ingredients:
- 60 mini pretzel twists
Coating Ingredients:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters / 8 fluid ounces) white chocolate chips
- 1 cup (240 milliliters / 8 fluid ounces) green candy melts
Decorative Ingredients:
- Assorted holiday sprinkles
- Red string licorice (optional, for bows)
Instructions
- Prepare a clean, spacious work surface and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to create a smooth, non-stick foundation for crafting the festive pretzel wreaths.
- Carefully melt white chocolate or green candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl, using short 30-second bursts and stirring gently between intervals to achieve a silky, uniform consistency.
- Dip the bottom half of each pretzel into the warm, glossy chocolate, ensuring an even coating that will help pretzels adhere to one another.
- Construct the wreath base by arranging six chocolate-coated pretzels in a circular formation on the prepared baking sheet, positioning them carefully to create a symmetrical foundation.
- Layer a second ring of chocolate-dipped pretzels atop the first, slightly offsetting them to build depth and create a fuller, more dimensional wreath appearance.
- While the chocolate remains soft and tacky, generously sprinkle holiday-themed decorative elements across the surface to add festive color and texture.
- Enhance the wreath’s holiday charm by delicately positioning a vibrant red string licorice bow as a classic finishing touch.
- Allow the wreaths to set naturally at room temperature, or expedite the firming process by placing them in the refrigerator for approximately 15 minutes until completely solidified.
Notes
- Elevate pretzels by ensuring a smooth, even chocolate coating for a professional finish.
- Use a fork or dipping tool to help coat pretzels evenly and minimize messy drips.
- Create uniform wreaths by measuring the pretzel placement or using a circular template underneath the parchment paper.
- Experiment with different chocolate colors and sprinkle combinations to match various holiday themes or personal preferences.
- Work quickly when arranging pretzels to prevent chocolate from hardening before completing the wreath design.
- Consider using white chocolate as a base for vibrant sprinkle colors that really pop against the light background.
- Store completed wreaths in an airtight container between layers of parchment paper to maintain their crisp appearance.
- For dietary modifications, opt for dairy-free chocolate or gluten-free pretzels to accommodate different nutritional needs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg