Chocolate Pretzels Pink Sprinkles (Printable version)
Salty pretzels covered in rich chocolate and bright pink sprinkles for a colorful, tasty treat.
# List of ingredients:
→ Pretzels
01 - 24 large pretzel rods
→ Chocolate Coating
02 - 7 oz semi-sweet or milk chocolate, chopped or chocolate chips
03 - 1 tsp coconut oil or vegetable shortening, optional for smoother coating
→ Decoration
04 - 2 tbsp pink sprinkles or pink sanding sugar
# Directions:
01 - Line a baking sheet with parchment or wax paper for easy cleanup and setting.
02 - Combine chocolate and coconut oil if using in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until melted and smooth.
03 - Hold each pretzel rod by one end and dip about two-thirds into melted chocolate. Tap gently to remove excess coating.
04 - Immediately sprinkle pink decorations over chocolate-coated section while wet, rotating pretzel to cover all sides evenly.
05 - Place coated pretzels on prepared baking sheet. Let set at room temperature for 30 minutes or refrigerate for 10 minutes until chocolate hardens completely.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The salty-sweet combination hits every craving button at once
- They come together in under 30 minutes with zero baking required
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- Even a drop of water will seize your chocolate into a grainy mess—keep all utensils bone dry
- Work in small batches once chocolate is melted or it'll start thickening and become difficult to coat evenly
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- Use a tall glass instead of a wide bowl for deeper, more even dipping
- Tap the dipped pretzels gently on the side of the bowl rather than shaking to remove excess