Description
These festive Easter Pretzel Rods combine crunchy pretzels dipped in smooth white chocolate, sprinkled with pastel M&Ms, and drizzled with colorful candy melts for a delightful, colorful treat perfect for spring celebrations or gifting.
Ingredients
Scale
Pretzel Rods
- 24 pretzel rods
Chocolate Coating
- 1 bag (15 oz) white chocolate chips
Decorations
- 1/2 cup pastel M&Ms
- 1/4 bag (12 oz) candy melts
Instructions
- Melt the White Chocolate: Melt the white chocolate chips in a tall glass by microwaving in 30-second increments, stirring well between each interval until smooth and fully melted.
- Dip the Pretzel Rods: Dunk each pretzel rod into the melted white chocolate ensuring an even coating. Place coated pretzels on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper, foil, or a wire rack to prevent sticking.
- Add the M&M Topping: Lightly crush the pastel M&Ms with a rolling pin into smaller pieces. Sprinkle them generously over the wet white chocolate coating before it sets to allow them to stick well.
- Prepare the Candy Melts: Melt the candy melts in a microwave-safe dish by heating in 30-second increments, stirring thoroughly after each until smooth and completely melted.
- Drizzle the Colorful Candy Melts: Using a spoon or piping bag, drizzle the melted candy melts artistically over the coated pretzel rods topped with M&Ms for a decorative, colorful finish.
- Let Them Cool: Allow the pretzel rods to cool completely at room temperature or in the refrigerator until the chocolate and candy melt layers are firm and set. Then enjoy your festive Easter treat!
Notes
- Be cautious not to overheat the chocolate or candy melts to avoid scorching.
- Use parchment paper or foil to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
- For a faster setting time, refrigerate the rods after decorating.
- Pastel M&Ms can be substituted with other colorful candies as desired.
- Store finished pretzel rods in an airtight container at room temperature or in the fridge for up to 5 days.
