Making chocolate covered pretzel rods is easier than you might think! These treats are perfect to serve year-round and easy to customize for any holiday or party. They are the perfect sweet, salty treat for the whole family.
When I was little, we made chocolate-covered pretzels as a treat. I would sit at the kitchen table, eagerly waiting to dip each pretzel into the melted chocolate. Even now, as an adult, I can’t resist chocolate-covered pretzels or strawberries!
Homemade dipped pretzel rods make a fun gift for a special occasion. If you’re looking for a creative way to give these pretzels, try packaging them in a cellophane bag and tying the bag with a ribbon or a sealed container like a mason jar
These pretzels are perfect any time of the year and great for the whole family! They are ideal for Halloween, Christmas, Hanukkah, or other holidays such as Bridal Showers and Baby Showers, Valentine’s Day, or 4th of July Parties.
Check out my Halloween version, too!
Chocolate Covered Pretzel Rods Ingredients
Pretzels rods – Long, round pretzels that are perfect for dipping in chocolate. They are sold in packages of 12 or 24, a popular snack for parties and holidays. When making this treat, use salty pretzel rods for more flavor.
Chocolate Chips or Candy Melts – You can use any chocolate to make these. We prefer white chocolate chips and milk chocolate chips.
Sprinkles and Toppings – Adding sprinkles and toppings is so much fun! They make this easy treat festive and delicious! See our topping recommendations below.
Wax or Parchment Paper – We use this to line the baking sheet so the chocolate doesn’t stick.
Sheet Pan – After the pretzel rods are dipped in chocolate, lay them to dry on a lined baking sheet.
Simple Instructions for Chocolate-Covered Pretzel Rods
- Prep Your Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set it aside.
- Melt the Chocolate: Place chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl and heat in 15-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth.
- Dip the Pretzels: Use a rubber spatula to help coat each pretzel rod in the melted chocolate and remove any excess.
- Add Sprinkles (Optional): Place dipped pretzels on the baking sheet and sprinkle with decorations while the chocolate is still wet.
- Chill: Refrigerate the pretzels for 30 minutes, or until the chocolate is firm.
Types of Chocolate
Milk chocolate – Milk chocolate is a type of chocolate that contains milk solids and sugar. It is usually sweeter than dark chocolate and has a creamier texture. Milk chocolate is a popular choice for candy and desserts.
Dark chocolate – Dark chocolate contains more cocoa solids than milk chocolate. It has a richer flavor and is less sweet than milk chocolate.
White chocolate – This type of chocolate does not contain cocoa solids. It is made from cocoa butter, milk solids, and sugar.
Semi-sweet chocolate – Contains more cocoa solids than milk chocolate but less than dark chocolate. It has a sweeter flavor than dark chocolate but is not as sweet as milk chocolate.
Delicious Toppings
Sprinkles are a classic topping for chocolate-covered pretzels. You can use different sprinkles. We like using themed sprinkles to match a party or holiday.
Nuts – Almonds, peanuts, or pecans are a delicious addition to these pretzels.
Dehydrated Dried fruit – Dried fruit such as raisins or cranberries would be a tasty topping for these pretzels.
Candy -Small candy such as M&M’s or Reese’s Pieces would make an excellent topping for these pretzels.
Dried Edible Flowers – Edible flowers such as lavender or rose petals would be a beautiful and unique topping for these pretzels.
Candy Canes – These are perfect for making your favorite Christmas treats!
Crushed Cookies – Oreos and graham cracker crumbs make great toppings.
Mini Marshmallows – Add this festive dessert as a topping if you love marshmallows.
How to Store Chocolate-Covered Pretzel Rods
Let the Chocolate Set: Make sure the chocolate is fully hardened before storing.
Use an Airtight Container: Place the pretzel rods in a single layer in an airtight container. To prevent them from sticking, separate layers with parchment or wax paper.
Store in a Cool, Dry Place: Keep the container in a cool, dry location, away from direct sunlight or heat sources. Avoid storing in the refrigerator unless absolutely necessary, as moisture can cause the chocolate to bloom (develop a white coating).
Shelf Life: Properly stored chocolate-covered pretzel rods can last for up to 2 weeks.
4 Easy Ways to Melt Chocolate
There are many different ways to make chocolate-covered pretzels. Choose the method that works best for you.
Microwave: Heat the chocolate at 15-second intervals in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring in between, until it is melted and smooth.
Double Boiler Method: Place a heat-proof bowl over a pot of simmering water. Add chopped chocolate to the bowl and stir until melted and smooth.
Hot Water: Place chocolate chips in a resealable bag. Submerge the bag in hot water, massaging the bag until the chocolate is melted and smooth.
Crock Pot: Add chocolate chips to the bowl of a crock pot. Set the crock pot to “low” and let the chocolate melt, stirring occasionally. Once the chocolate is melted, you can turn off the crock pot and dip the pretzels into the chocolate.
More Easy Desserts You’ll Love
- Chocolate Covered Strawberries
- Easy Monkey Bread Recipe
- Homemade Chocolate Truffles
- How to Make an Easy Fruit Platter
- Deviled Strawberry Cheesecakes
- Butterless Chocolate Chip Cookies
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Chocolate Covered Pretzel Rods Recipe
Ingredients
- 10 ounces chocolate chips, any type of chocolate works
- 24 pretzel rods
- 1/4 cup sprinkles, or another toppings
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set it aside.
- Place the chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in the microwave at 15-second intervals, stirring in between until the chocolate is melted and smooth.
- Dip each pretzel rod into the melted chocolate, using a rubber spatula to help coat and remove excess chocolate.
- Place the pretzel rods on the prepared baking sheet.
- If you are using sprinkles, add them while the chocolate is still wet.
- Place the pretzels in the fridge for about 30 minutes, or until the chocolate is set.
I followed this recipe. Packaged my pretty rods for sale, but a few days after the chocolate looked bad, whiteish. What do you think?
It is called chocolate bloom, either temperature fluctuations or the way it was stored.
So fun and easy to make. I love how customizable these are!
These are a go-to for just about any occasion for me. They are super simple, super delicious, and always a hit!
The best!! The combination of sweet & salty is so good! These are so pretty & also make great gifts!
These really are perfect for any occasion- so easily customizable! I love that with the pretzel rods you can have help from kiddos, regular pretzel twists would just be too small and messy.