Description
Welcome to the delightful world of festive treats! This simple yet irresistibly tasty recipe for Festive Chocolate Pretzel Treats perfectly blends the sweet charm of chocolate with the crunchy saltiness of pretzels, enhanced by the colorful touch of Christmas M&M’s. It’s an ideal snack for holiday parties, a fun project with kids, or just a special treat to enjoy at home during the festive season.
Ingredients
- 16 ounces melting chocolate
- 2 cups pretzels
- 1 cup Christmas M&M’s
Step-by-step Directions
Step 1: Melt the Chocolate
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate in 30-second intervals, stirring between each until smooth.
Step 2: Coat the Pretzels
Stir the pretzels into the melted chocolate, ensuring each piece is well coated.
Step 3: Prepare for Chilling
Spread the chocolate-covered pretzels evenly onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Step 4: Add M&M’s
Sprinkle the Christmas M&M’s over the top to add a dash of festive colors and additional sweetness.
Step 5: Chill
Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator and chill for 1 hour, or until the chocolate is fully hardened.
Step 6: Serve
Once hardened, break the treat into pieces. Serve immediately or store for later use.
Servings & Preparation Time
- Servings: Makes about 15-20 pieces (depending on the breakage size)
- Preparation Time: Approximately 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 1 hour for chilling
Tips for Storage & Reheating
- These treats are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
- If you live in a warmer climate, keep them refrigerated to prevent melting.
- Reheating is not recommended as it can cause the chocolate to become overly soft and the pretzels soggy.
Conclusion
This Festive Chocolate Pretzel Treat recipe is a superb mix of textures and flavors, ideal for celebration and sharing. Quick and easy to prepare, it’s a conducive project for fun family kitchen time during holidays. Moreover, these treats can be beautifully packaged to make delightful homemade gifts for friends, teachers, and loved ones. Enjoy the making, the serving, and the happy smiles of your guests or recipients of this lovely festive delicacy.
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Festive Chocolate Pretzel Treats
- Total Time: 20 minute
- Yield: Makes about 15-20 pieces (depending on the breakage size) 1x
Description
Welcome to the delightful world of festive treats! This simple yet irresistibly tasty recipe for Festive Chocolate Pretzel Treats perfectly blends the sweet charm of chocolate with the crunchy saltiness of pretzels, enhanced by the colorful touch of Christmas M&M’s. It’s an ideal snack for holiday parties, a fun project with kids, or just a special treat to enjoy at home during the festive season.
Ingredients
- 16 ounces melting chocolate
- 2 cups pretzels
- 1 cup Christmas M&M’s
Instructions
- Step 1: Melt the Chocolate In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate in 30-second intervals, stirring between each until smooth.
- Step 2: Coat the Pretzels Stir the pretzels into the melted chocolate, ensuring each piece is well coated.
- Step 3: Prepare for Chilling Spread the chocolate-covered pretzels evenly onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Step 4: Add M&M’s Sprinkle the Christmas M&M’s over the top to add a dash of festive colors and additional sweetness.
- Step 5: Chill Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator and chill for 1 hour, or until the chocolate is fully hardened.
- Step 6: Serve Once hardened, break the treat into pieces. Serve immediately or store for later use.
- Prep Time: Approximately 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour for chilling