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Easy Christmas Pretzel Rods with Candy Coating and Sprinkles


  • Author: clara
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Deliciously festive pretzel rods coated in colorful candy melts and sprinkles, perfect for holiday gatherings.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 12 pretzel rods
  • 1 cup red candy melts
  • 1 cup green candy melts
  • 1 cup white candy melts
  • Sprinkles (nonpareils, jimmies, crushed candy canes)
  • Optional: melted dark chocolate for drizzling, coarse sea salt, edible glitter

Instructions

  1. Prepare your workspace with parchment paper on a baking tray and set out sprinkles.
  2. Melt the candy melts in a microwave or double boiler until smooth.
  3. Dip two-thirds of each pretzel rod into the melted candy, twist to create an even coating.
  4. Tap off excess coating and lay on parchment to set.
  5. While wet, sprinkle your toppings and drizzle contrasting colors if desired.
  6. Chill in the refrigerator for 5-10 minutes to set the coating.
  7. Present on a platter or bag for gifts.

Notes

For a rich bite, mix melted milk chocolate with coconut oil. Use dried rosemary for an adult twist.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 pretzel rod
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 24g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 19g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Christmas, holiday treats, easy desserts, party snacks, kid-friendly