Description
The Rolo Pretzel Treats are a delightful combination of sweet and salty, creating a perfect bite-sized snack that is ideal for holiday gatherings, parties, or simply as a fun snack to enjoy any day. This easy-to-make recipe involves sandwiching a melted Rolo between two pretzels and then dipping them in white vanilla coating sprinkled with festive decorations. Not only are they visually appealing and delicious, but they also come together with minimal hassle and ingredients, making them an excellent choice for last-minute preparations.
Ingredients
- 80 pretzel snaps (alternatively, mini twists or waffle rounds can be used)
- 40 milk chocolate Rolos
- 10 oz bag Ghirardelli white vanilla melting wafers
- ¼ cup Christmas sprinkles mix
Step-by-step Directions
1. Preparing Your Ingredients and Equipment
Start by preheating your oven to 250°F (120°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and lay out 40 pretzel snaps in a single layer on the sheet.
2. Softening the Rolos
Top each pretzel snap with an unwrapped Rolo. Place the tray in the preheated oven for about 3-4 minutes, just until the Rolos soften — not melt.
3. Forming the Sandwiches
Remove the tray from the oven. Quickly top each softened Rolo with another pretzel and gently press down to flatten, making sure not to push too hard to avoid excessive oozing of the chocolate.
4. Cooling Down
Transfer the tray to the refrigerator and let the pretzel sandwiches chill for about 20 minutes to firm up the chocolate.
5. Preparing the Vanilla Coating
While the sandwiches are chilling, melt the Ghirardelli white vanilla wafers in the microwave using defrost or low setting in 30-second intervals, stirring between each until smooth and silky.
6. Dipping & Decorating
Remove the pretzel sandwiches from the refrigerator and dip each one halfway into the melted vanilla wafers. Shake off any excess, place back on the baking sheet, and sprinkle immediately with Christmas sprinkles.
7. Final Chilling
Once all sandwiches are dipped and decorated, place them back in the fridge for about 10-20 minutes to ensure the coating sets completely.
Servings & Preparation/Cooking Time
This recipe yields around 40 Rolo Pretzel Treats. The total preparation time is approximately 15 minutes, with a cooking time of around 4 minutes, and additional chilling time totalling about 40 minutes.
Tips for Storage & Reheating
- Storage: Store the treats in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. For longer storage, keep them in the refrigerator.
- Reheating: Reheating is not recommended as the treats are meant to be enjoyed at room temperature or slightly chilled.
Conclusion
Rolo Pretzel Treats are a fantastic fusion of sweet and salty that not only satisfy taste buds but also bring cheer with their festive appearance. With simple ingredients and even simpler directions, they are a foolproof choice for anyone looking to add a bit of joy and flavor to their holiday spread. Whether making them for a family gathering or as a treat for yourself, these treats are guaranteed to delight.
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Rolo Pretzel Treats
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 40 Rolo Pretzel Treats 1x
Description
The Rolo Pretzel Treats are a delightful combination of sweet and salty, creating a perfect bite-sized snack that is ideal for holiday gatherings, parties, or simply as a fun snack to enjoy any day. This easy-to-make recipe involves sandwiching a melted Rolo between two pretzels and then dipping them in white vanilla coating sprinkled with festive decorations. Not only are they visually appealing and delicious, but they also come together with minimal hassle and ingredients, making them an excellent choice for last-minute preparations.
Ingredients
- 80 pretzel snaps (alternatively, mini twists or waffle rounds can be used)
- 40 milk chocolate Rolos
- 10 oz bag Ghirardelli white vanilla melting wafers
- ¼ cup Christmas sprinkles mix
Instructions
- Start by preheating your oven to 250°F (120°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and lay out 40 pretzel snaps in a single layer on the sheet.
- Top each pretzel snap with an unwrapped Rolo. Place the tray in the preheated oven for about 3-4 minutes, just until the Rolos soften — not melt.
- Remove the tray from the oven. Quickly top each softened Rolo with another pretzel and gently press down to flatten, making sure not to push too hard to avoid excessive oozing of the chocolate.
- Transfer the tray to the refrigerator and let the pretzel sandwiches chill for about 20 minutes to firm up the chocolate.
- While the sandwiches are chilling, melt the Ghirardelli white vanilla wafers in the microwave using defrost or low setting in 30-second intervals, stirring between each until smooth and silky.
- Remove the pretzel sandwiches from the refrigerator and dip each one halfway into the melted vanilla wafers. Shake off any excess, place back on the baking sheet, and sprinkle immediately with Christmas sprinkles.
- Once all sandwiches are dipped and decorated, place them back in the fridge for about 10-20 minutes to ensure the coating sets completely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 minutes