why make this recipe
Halloween is a fun time to get creative in the kitchen! These Spooky and Sweet Halloween Pretzels are quick to make and perfect for parties, school events, or just a fun treat at home. They are delicious and allow kids and adults alike to join in on the fun of Halloween with a simple and tasty treat.
how to make Spooky and Sweet Halloween Pretzels
Ingredients:
- Pretzel rods or mini twist pretzels
- White chocolate chips or white candy melts
- Candy eyeballs
- Mini chocolate chips (optional for eyes)
- Dark chocolate or black icing (for spiders or cobwebs)
Directions:
- Microwave the white chocolate or candy melts in 20–30 second intervals. Stir until smooth.
- Dip the pretzel rods or twists into the melted chocolate, being sure to tap off extra.
- Place the dipped pretzels on parchment paper. Press the candy eyes into the coating before it sets to make them look eerie.
- Use any extra melted chocolate to pipe zigzags over the pretzels to look like mummy wraps.
- Let the pretzels cool at room temperature or refrigerate for about 10 minutes until firm.
- Arrange the pretzels on platters or package them in treat bags for parties and gifts.
how to serve Spooky and Sweet Halloween Pretzels
Serve these spooky pretzels on a platter at your Halloween party, or place them in treat bags for guests to take home. They can also be a fun addition to a Halloween-themed dessert table. Kids will love grabbing these sweet and creepy snacks!
how to store Spooky and Sweet Halloween Pretzels
Store the pretzels in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. If your home is warm, you can place them in the refrigerator for a longer shelf life. Just be sure to let them come to room temperature before serving for the best texture.
tips to make Spooky and Sweet Halloween Pretzels
- Use colorful candy melts to add variety and fun to your pretzels.
- To avoid drying out the chocolate, work in small batches and melt only what you need at the moment.
- Let kids help with decorating! They will love adding candy eyes and drawing spider webs.
variation
You can use different types of sweets to decorate your pretzels. Try adding sprinkles, gummy worms, or even using milk chocolate instead of white for a different flavor. You can also use mini pretzel twists for bite-sized treats.
FAQs
Can I use regular chocolate instead of white chocolate?
Yes, you can use milk chocolate or dark chocolate! Just melt it the same way as the white chocolate.
How long does it take to make these pretzels?
They only take about 15–20 minutes to prepare, plus a short cooling time.
Can I make these pretzels in advance?
Absolutely! You can make them a few days ahead of your event and store them in an airtight container.
Spooky and Sweet Halloween Pretzels
Delicious and fun Halloween pretzels decorated with white chocolate and candy eyes, perfect for parties and events.
- Total Time: 25
- Yield: 24 pretzels
Ingredients
- Pretzel rods or mini twist pretzels
- White chocolate chips or white candy melts
- Candy eyeballs
- Mini chocolate chips (optional for eyes)
- Dark chocolate or black icing (for spiders or cobwebs)
Instructions
- Microwave the white chocolate or candy melts in 20–30 second intervals. Stir until smooth.
- Dip the pretzel rods or twists into the melted chocolate, being sure to tap off extra.
- Place the dipped pretzels on parchment paper. Press the candy eyes into the coating before it sets to make them look eerie.
- Use any extra melted chocolate to pipe zigzags over the pretzels to look like mummy wraps.
- Let the pretzels cool at room temperature or refrigerate for about 10 minutes until firm.
- Arrange the pretzels on platters or package them in treat bags for parties and gifts.
Notes
Store pretzels in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. Use colorful candy melts for variety.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwaving
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pretzel
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg