Chocolate Peppermint Pretzels
Delight in the festive crunch of Chocolate Peppermint Pretzels, a quick and irresistible holiday treat that's as fun to make as it is to eat! This recipe combines the salty snap of pretzel twists or rods with the decadent richness of semi-sweet and white chocolate, perfectly balanced by a sparkling sprinkle of crushed peppermint candies. The subtle addition of coconut oil ensures a silky-smooth chocolate coating, while optional red and green sprinkles add a cheerful, decorative flair. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep time, these sweet-and-salty treats make the perfect homemade gift, holiday dessert platter centerpiece, or crowd-pleasing snack for winter gatherings. Whether you’re crafting them with kids or whipping up a batch for yourself, these chocolate-dipped pretzels are a holiday must-have!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 24 pieces pretzel twists (or rods)
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 2 teaspoons coconut oil
- 1 cup peppermint candies (crushed)
- 0.25 cup red and green sprinkles (optional)
- 1 sheet parchment paper
Instructions
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
Melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 15-30 second increments, stirring after each interval, until smooth. Add 1 teaspoon of coconut oil to achieve a silky consistency.
Repeat the melting process with the white chocolate chips in a separate bowl, adding the other teaspoon of coconut oil for smoothness.
Dip half of each pretzel into the melted semi-sweet chocolate and place it on the prepared baking sheet.
Use a spoon to drizzle melted white chocolate in a zigzag pattern over the dipped pretzels for a decorative touch.
Sprinkle the crushed peppermint candies over the chocolate before it hardens. Add red and green sprinkles for extra color, if desired.
Allow the pretzels to cool and the chocolate to set at room temperature for about 30 minutes, or speed up the process by refrigerating them for 10-15 minutes.
Once the chocolate is fully hardened, transfer the pretzels to an airtight container for storage or serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6059 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 158.5 g | 203% | |
| Saturated Fat | 99.4 g | 497% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 40 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 11070 mg | 481% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1104.3 g | 402% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 35.3 g | 126% | |
| Total Sugars | 514.6 g | ||
| Protein | 75.3 g | 151% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 646 mg | 50% | |
| Iron | 35.7 mg | 198% | |
| Potassium | 1770 mg | 38% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
