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Colorful Christmas Pretzel Rods

Colorful Christmas Pretzel Rods Recipe

These Colorful Christmas Pretzel Rods are a quick and cheerful holiday treat made with salty pretzel rods dipped in creamy melted chocolate and topped with festive sprinkles. Great for gifting, parties, or cookie trays!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Servings: 20 rods
Course: Dessert, Holiday Treats
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 20 pretzel rods
  • 12 oz white chocolate chips or melting wafers
  • 12 oz milk or dark chocolate chips optional – for variety
  • Red green, and white holiday sprinkles
  • Optional: crushed peppermint mini M&Ms, holiday-colored candy melts

Equipment

  • Microwave-safe bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment or wax paper
  • Spoon or spatula

Method
 

  1. Prepare trays
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment or wax paper.
  3. Melt chocolate
  4. In microwave-safe bowls, melt chocolate in 30-second increments, stirring until smooth.
  5. Dip pretzels
  6. Dip each pretzel rod halfway into the melted chocolate. Gently tap to remove excess.
  7. Decorate
  8. Immediately add sprinkles, crushed candy, or drizzle with colored chocolate before the coating sets.
  9. Cool and set
  10. Lay pretzels flat on the lined tray and let them set at room temperature or refrigerate for faster results (about 30 minutes).

Notes

Use high-quality melting wafers for smooth dipping and quick setting.
Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
Package in clear treat bags for gifting!