Reindeer Chocolate Coated Pretzel Rods
Turn your holiday treats into showstoppers with these adorable Reindeer Chocolate Coated Pretzel Rods, a fun and festive dessert that’s as delightful to make as it is to eat! These sweet and salty snacks combine crunchy pretzel rods dipped in rich, glossy milk chocolate with whimsical reindeer faces crafted from mini pretzels, candy eyes, and a bright red candy for the nose. A drizzle of creamy white chocolate and optional sprinkles add extra flair, making them perfect for Christmas parties, seasonal gifts, or a fun activity with kids. Ready in just 25 minutes, these no-bake treats are the ultimate holiday dessert for those looking to impress without the hassle.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 pieces Pretzel rods
- 2 cups Milk chocolate chips
- 1 cup White chocolate chips
- 24 pieces Mini candy eyes
- 12 pieces Red candies (e.g., mini M&Ms or red miniature jelly beans)
- 24 pieces Mini pretzels
- 2 teaspoons Vegetable oil or coconut oil
- 2 tablespoons Optional sprinkles
- 1 sheet Parchment paper
Instructions
Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
Melt the milk chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl by heating them in 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval until fully melted and smooth. Add 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil or coconut oil to achieve a glossy consistency.
Dip each pretzel rod about 3/4 of its length into the melted milk chocolate, allowing excess chocolate to drip back into the bowl. Place the coated pretzel on the prepared parchment paper.
Before the chocolate sets, press two mini pretzels at the top end of the coated pretzel rod to resemble reindeer antlers.
Add two mini candy eyes just below the pretzel antlers. Then press one red candy in the center below the eyes to create a reindeer nose.
Repeat this process for all 12 pretzel rods. If desired, sprinkle decorative sprinkles over the chocolate-coated areas for added festive flair.
Melt the white chocolate chips in a separate microwave-safe bowl, using the same 30-second interval method, and stir in the remaining teaspoon of vegetable oil or coconut oil.
Drizzle the melted white chocolate over the pretzel rods for extra decoration using a fork or a piping bag.
Allow the pretzel rods to rest on the parchment paper until the chocolate sets completely, which may take about 20-30 minutes at room temperature. To speed up the process, place the baking sheet in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes.
Once the chocolate has hardened, gently remove the pretzel rods from the parchment paper and serve or package them for holiday gifting!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5318 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 224.8 g | 288% | |
| Saturated Fat | 129.5 g | 648% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 104 mg | 35% | |
| Sodium | 7034 mg | 306% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 780.0 g | 284% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.1 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 376.7 g | ||
| Protein | 92.4 g | 185% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1084 mg | 83% | |
| Iron | 24.8 mg | 138% | |
| Potassium | 2368 mg | 50% | |
*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.
