Chocolate Dipped Pretzels Valentine (Printable Version)
Crunchy pretzels coated in creamy chocolate and decorated with colorful Valentine sprinkles.
# Ingredient List:
→ Pretzels
01 - 24 large pretzel rods
→ Chocolate Coating
02 - 7 oz semisweet or milk chocolate, chopped (or chocolate chips)
03 - 1 tsp coconut oil or vegetable shortening (optional, for smoothness)
→ Decorations
04 - 1.75 oz Valentine-themed sprinkles
# How to Make:
01 - Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat to prevent sticking.
02 - Place chocolate and coconut oil (if using) in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth and fully melted.
03 - Dip each pretzel rod halfway into the melted chocolate, gently twirling to coat evenly. Allow excess chocolate to drip off.
04 - Immediately sprinkle Valentine sprinkles over the chocolate-coated portion, rotating to cover all sides evenly.
05 - Place dipped pretzels on the prepared baking sheet. Allow chocolate to set completely at room temperature for approximately 30 minutes, or refrigerate for 10-15 minutes for quicker setting.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The salty sweet combo hits every craving button at once
- They look impressive but take literally 20 minutes start to finish
- Perfect for customizing with whatever sprinkles or toppings you have on hand
02 -
- Even a tiny drop of water will seize your chocolate, so make sure all your utensils are completely dry
- Work in small batches once the chocolate is melted or it will start to thicken and become hard to dip
- The sprinkles need to be added immediately after dipping or they wont stick properly
03 -
- Hold the dipped pretzel over a bowl while adding sprinkles to catch the excess for reuse
- If your chocolate starts to thicken while dipping, add another teaspoon of coconut oil and reheat briefly