The salty crunch of a pretzel, paired with chocolate is a match that can’t be beat! What I love the MOST about chocolate covered pretzel rods in particular is that they’re easy and fun to make with family and friends.
The process for making chocolate covered pretzel rods is pretty straightforward, however, a strategic approach and some tried and true tips make for less of a mess and much better tasting and looking results.
Ingredients:
- The right pretzels. You want good, sturdy pretzel rods. I love Snyder’s. Avoid Walmart and Rold Gold; they break too easily.
- The right chocolate. It’s important to use high quality chocolate as not all chocolate melts well. I prefer Ghirardelli baking chocolate bars from the baking aisle. They melt perfectly and taste great! Avoid chocolate chips, they do not melt in the way you want. For white chocolate, use Ghirardelli melting wafers.
- The toppings. In small bowls set out crushed heath bars, coconut, mini chocolate chips, sprinkles, white chocolate to drizzle, or any other toppings you’d like.
How to Make Chocolate Covered Pretzel Rods:
- Prepare two large baking sheets lined with parchment paper.
- Set up your toppings in little bowls with tablespoons for quick and easy access.
- Melt chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl and pour into a tall glass.
- Immediately sprinkle with other toppings such as mini chocolate chips, sprinkles, etc.
- Allow chocolate to set before eating, storing or gift-wrapping. Briefly putting them in the fridge, freezer or garage (if you live up North) will free up your trays faster.
- Dipping Tips: Use a rubber spatula or the back of a spoon to smooth the warm chocolate into a thin layer around the pretzel. This will prevent excessive puddling when you set them on the tray and your chocolate will go farther. A rubber spatula is also very useful to gather the chocolate in a little mound in your dipping glass so you can continue to dip and roll as it begins to run low.
- Gifting: Chocolate covered pretzel rods look beautiful for gifts.
- Make Ahead And Storage Instructions: Chocolate Covered Pretzel Rods. You can make these up to one week ahead of being gifted or consumed. After that they tend to lose their freshness. Store in an air-tight container in a cool, dry area. It is best to store in the fridge. Allow the pretzels to come to room temperature before eating.
