Celebrate Valentine’s Day with these delicious Valentine Pretzel Rods! Quick, easy, and customizable with your favorite toppings, these tasty treats are the perfect combination of sweet and salty.
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Why You'll Love These Valentine's Day Treats
- Fun Treat: Simple to make and fun to decorate.
- Customizable: Use your favorite toppings to make them uniquely yours.
- Perfect for Gifting: Wrap them up for a sweet homemade Valentine’s gift.
- Great for Parties: Perfect for Valentine's Day parties.
Valentine Pretzel Rod Ingredients
A complete list of ingredients and amounts can be found in the printable recipe card below.
- Pretzel Rods. Crunchy and perfect for dipping. Available on Amazon if you can't find them locally.
- Candy Melts. Use pink, red, or white candy melts. Dark chocolate or white chocolate melting wafers are great alternatives.
- Valentine's Sprinkles or Candies. Get creative with your decorations. Use sprinkles, crushed nuts, or candies.
How to Make Valentine Pretzel Rods
For more detailed instructions with measurements, jump to the recipe card.
Step 1
Melt Candy: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt candy melts in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth. Alternatively, use a double boiler.
Pro Tip: No double boiler? No problem! Create your own by placing a glass or metal bowl over a saucepan with a couple of inches of simmering water. Ensure the bowl fits snugly without touching the water. Add the chocolate to the bowl and whisk until smooth and melted.
Step 2
Dip Pretzels: Pour melted chocolate into a tall glass or plate. Dip pretzel sticks into the chocolate, letting excess chocolate drip off.
Step 3
Decorate: Place the dipped pretzels on wax paper or a parchment-paper-lined baking sheet. While the chocolate is still wet, sprinkle with Valentine's Day decorations or colorful sprinkles.
Step 4
Set: Let chocolate set and harden for about 30 minutes. Serve in a tall drinking glass.
Decorating Ideas
- Classic Pink and White: Dip in pink candy melts and sprinkle with white sprinkles.
- Heart-Themed: Dip in white candy melts and sprinkle with heart-shaped candies.
- Elegant Drizzle: Dip in dark chocolate and drizzle with melted pink candy melts.
Storage Tips
Airtight Containers: Store in an airtight container at room temperature. Line with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
Avoid Refrigeration: Keep in a cool, dry place to maintain crispiness. Refrigeration can cause condensation and make pretzels soggy.
Top Tips
- Melting Chocolate: Melt chocolate slowly to prevent burning.
- Topping Timing: Add toppings immediately after dipping so they stick.
- Small Batches: Work in small batches to keep the chocolate wet for decorating.
Valentine Pretzels FAQs
Melt chocolate or candy melts and roll the pretzel rods in the mixture.
Approximately 30 minutes, depending on coating thickness.
Prepare up to a week in advance and store in an airtight container at room temperature.
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Recipe
Valentine Pretzel Rods
Ingredients
- 12 pretzel rods
- 4 oz white chocolate
- 4 oz pink candy melts
- 4 oz chocolate candy melts
- ⅓ cup various sprinkles for decorating
Instructions
- Prepare the Baking Sheet: Line a cookie sheet with parchment or wax paper. Set aside.
- Melt the Candy: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt candy melts in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth. Use a separate bowl for each different color of melted candy. You can also use a double boiler or air fryer. *See NOTES below.
- Dip the Pretzels: Pour melted chocolate into a tall glass, plate, pretzel rod mold, or any sort of tray that will fit the rod. Dip each pretzel rod into the chocolate, letting any excess drip off.
- Decorate the Pretzels: Place the dipped pretzel rods on the prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle with Valentine's Day decorations while the chocolate is still wet.
- Set the Chocolate: Let the chocolate set and harden for about 30 minutes.
- Serve: Once set, enjoy your festive and delicious Valentine's Pretzel Rods!
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Recipe Notes:
- Melt the chocolate slowly to prevent burning.
- Stir constantly for even melting.
- Work in small batches to keep chocolate at the right consistency.
NUTRITION INFORMATION
The provided nutritional information is an estimate per serving. Accuracy is not guaranteed.
**This post was originally published in February 2023. It has been recently updated with more information and helpful tips, but the recipe remains the same.
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