These easy-to-make Halloween Dipped Pretzels are made with orange tinted white chocolate, tiny pretzel twists, and finished off with a drizzle of pumpkin pie spiced milk chocolate.
They're perfect for school parties, trick-or-treat bags, or just another one of our fun Halloween Ideas to enjoy with the family.
Recipe at a Glance
Prep: 15 min | Cook/Bake: 5 min | Difficulty: Easy
What it is – Crunchy pretzel twists dipped in orange-tinted white chocolate and finished with a drizzle of pumpkin-pie spiced milk chocolate for a sweet-and-salty Halloween treat.
Why you’ll love it – Simple to make with few ingredients but festive in look and flavor; perfect for parties, snack time, or adding a pop of fun to trick-or-treat bags.
How to make it – Melt white chocolate, tint it orange, dip the pretzels, let them set, then drizzle with pumpkin-spiced melted chocolate for the finishing touch.
👉 Add a playful touch to your celebration by serving these spooky treats on my Halloween Placemats—a fun activity bundle kids will love while enjoying their sweets.
Table of Contents
- Recipe at a Glance
- Orange Chocolate Covered Pretzels
- Helpful Kitchen Tools
- Main Ingredients Needed
- Substitutions and Variations
- Step-by-Step Instructions
- Printable Halloween Treat Bags and Gift Tags
- Insider Tips from My Kitchen to Yours
- Storage and Serving Tips:
- Recipe FAQ's
- More Halloween Recipes You'll Love!
- 📖 Recipe Card
- Scare Up Some Fun with Our Halloween Activity Pack Sale!
- 💬 Comments
Orange Chocolate Covered Pretzels
Melt the chocolate slowly in the microwave, stirring often so it doesn’t overheat. Use only oil based or gel based food coloring, adding a little at a time until the color is just right. Water-based food coloring will cause the chocolate to seize.
If the chocolate thickens, stir in a small amount of oil or shortening, never water. For quicker drying, chill the dipped pretzels in the refrigerator for 10–15 minutes.
Looking for more spooky recipes? Try my Mummy Halloween Brownies and my Mummy Quesadillas.
Helpful Kitchen Tools
3 Pieces Candy Dipping Tools Chocolate Dipping Fork Spoons
Double Boiler Pot Set, Stainless Steel Melting Pot with Silicone Spatula for Melting ChocolateAnn Clark Pumpkin Orange Food Coloring Gel .70 oz. Professional Grade Made in USABaker's Corner Almond Bark Vanilla + Chocolate, 24oz
Main Ingredients Needed
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Substitutions and Variations
Color Options: Use other Halloween-themed colors such as black, purple, or green food coloring for the almond bark.
Almond Bark Substitute: Swap in vanilla-flavored melting wafers, like Candy Melts, which come in a variety of colors.
Festive Toppings: Sprinkle on Halloween-themed sprinkles or candy eyes while the almond bark is still wet.
Pumpkin Pie Spice: Make your own pumpkin pie spice blend if you don’t have any on hand.
Orange Food Coloring: Mix yellow and pink food coloring into the melted almond bark for an instant spooky orange shade.
Step-by-Step Instructions
This section provides step-by-step photos and instructions to guide you through the recipe. For the complete printable version, scroll down to the recipe card below.
Step 1: Melt the almond bark in 30 second increments, stirring in between each.
Step 2: Add a few drops of the food coloring and stir. Continue until you reach the desired shade.
Step 3: Dip the pretzels into the colored white chocolate and place on a piece of parchment paper or wax paper to harden. If you need to, you can place the pretzels in the refrigerator to hurry the drying process along.
Step 4: Melt the chocolate chips in 30 second increments. Then stir in the pumpkin pie spice.
Step 5: Drizzle the melted chocolate over the dried orange pretzels.
Printable Halloween Treat Bags and Gift Tags
Printable Halloween Treat Bags and Tags are perfect for you to print, cut, and use to attach to homemade treats, cookies or even store bought candy!
Step 6: Allow the chocolate to harden then serve!
Insider Tips from My Kitchen to Yours
✔️ DO melt the chocolate slowly in short microwave intervals, stirring often to keep it smooth and glossy.
❌ DO NOT use water-based food coloring—it can cause the chocolate to seize and become grainy.
Storage and Serving Tips:
Refrigerate: Store in an airtight container; if the kitchen is warm, refrigerate for up to 1 week. Layer with parchment or wax paper to prevent sticking.
Freezer: Not recommended as thawing creates condensation that can make the chocolate coating sticky or spotty.
Serving Tips: Serve chilled or at room temperature for the best crunch. Arrange on a festive platter or portion into clear treat bags for party favors.
Recipe FAQ's
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Stir in 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil, coconut oil, or canola oil for every cup of melted chocolate. You can also add about 1 tablespoon of shortening per cup of melted chocolate. This will make the chocolate smoother and easier to dip.
The chocolate may not have been heated and cooled properly. Overheating chocolate can prevent it from setting. To avoid this, melt the chocolate slowly and evenly, either in a double boiler or microwave, and allow it to cool slightly before dipping.
High humidity can also cause chocolate to remain soft. Try working in a cooler, less humid environment to help the chocolate harden properly.
If you're using chocolate chips or candy bars, they may contain additives that prevent proper hardening. For best results, use chocolate specifically made for melting and coating.
More Halloween Recipes You'll Love!
Check out my other recipe for Halloween Chocolate Covered Pretzel Rods. Or you might enjoy this recipe for Easy No-Bake Halloween Wafer Cookies.
📖 Recipe Card
Halloween Dipped Pretzels
Ingredients
Method
- Place the white chocolate bark in a microwave-safe bowl and add ½ tablespoon of oil. Microwave for 45 seconds. Stir the chocolate and continue to melt for 30 seconds at a time until the chocolate is completely melted.
- Add a few drops of food coloring and stir, repeat until the desired orange is achieved. If you use yellow and pink, the ratio should be 2 yellow to 1 pink.
- Once you get the color you want, begin dipping the pretzels into the orange chocolate, fully coating in the chocolate. Then place the covered pretzels on parchment to dry.
- While the pretzels dry, melt the semisweet chocolate chips the same way you melted the white chocolate.
- Once melted, add the pumpkin pie spice and mix.
- Drizzle the melted chocolate all over the orange pretzels then let harden before packaging.
Nutrition
Notes
Tips
- Melt the chocolate in short microwave intervals, stirring often to prevent overheating.
- Use oil- or gel-based food coloring to avoid seizing; add a little at a time for the desired shade.
- To make your own orange gel food coloring, combine equal parts red and yellow gel coloring in a small dish, then blend well until the shade is evenly mixed. Add a tiny bit more yellow for a brighter orange or a touch more red for a deeper hue, mixing thoroughly before using.
- If the chocolate thickens, stir in a small amount of oil or shortening to thin it out. You should never add water.
Storage & Make Ahead
- Store dipped pretzels in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week; refrigerate if the kitchen is warm.
- Place parchment or wax paper between layers to keep pretzels from sticking together.
- Freezing is not recommended, as condensation can cause the chocolate coating to become sticky.
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Joanne says
These look delicious!