Valentine's Day Chocolate Covered Pretzels are the perfect sweet and salty treat to make for your family. They're an easy Valentine's Day Dessert that's made with only a few ingredients. Let me show you how you quickly this treat comes together in a short amount of time.
One of my favorite snacks to enjoy is chocolate covered pretzels. I love the combination of sweet and salty, don't you?
There's nothing more easier than making Valentine's Day Pretzel Rods. I love to make them for different holidays, events, birthdays, etc. And the kids love them too.
You might like to try them with M&Ms on top like I make with my Valentine's Day Pretzel Treats.
Pink Chocolate Covered Pretzels
These Valentine's Day chocolate covered pretzels are perfect to pack up in cellophane bags to give as gifts for your child's classroom or to pack alongside your husband's lunch as a special treat.
If you're planning on giving these chocolate covered pretzel rods as gifts, why not use a cute gift tag to go with them? Here are a few of my favorite!
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Tips for Making Chocolate Covered Pretzel Rods
- It’s really important that you use a sturdy pretzel, which is why I recommend Utz Pretzels.
- I like to use chocolate and white chocolate almond bark, but you can substitute chocolate chip morsels or candy melts.
- Over the years I’ve purchased a few squeeze bottles to put the melted chocolate in. They help give the perfect drizzle effect!
- Make sure you let the pretzels harden completely on parchment paper. Don’t try to use aluminum foil, the pretzels will stick.
- Store in airtight containers before packaging up for friends and family.
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Main Ingredients Needed
Make sure you print out the recipe below and save it for later!
- 36 Pretzel Rods
- 12 ounce size package of Pink Candy Melts
- Chocolate and White Almond Bark
- Assorted Valentine's Day Sprinkles
Directions:
Step 1: How to Melt the Candy Bark
- Place the pink melting candies in a microwave safe bowl and melt according to the directions on the package.
Step 2: How to Dip the Pretzels
- Once the chocolate has melted, dip the pretzel rods into the melted chocolate making sure you only dip about ½ to ¾ or the pretzel rod.
- Shake off any excess chocolate before transferring to a baking tray lined with waxed paper. Allow the chocolate to harden before drizzling with the melted chocolate.
Step 3: How to Decorate Chocolate Covered Pretzel Rods
- Next, decorate with colorful sprinkles or your favorite heart shaped sprinkles before the chocolate has a chance to set and dry.
- Let the pretzels harden completely before storing in airtight container.
Step 4: How to Drizzle Melted Chocolate on Top
- Drizzling melted chocolate is one of the easiest and prettiest ways to decorate candy, cookies and even pretzels.
- I've tried the plastic bag trick that seems to work for other people but it just makes a mess for me.
Step 5: How to Store Chocolate Covered Pretzels
- After the pretzels have hardened, you can store them in a plastic storage container.
- Make sure you layer them between sheets of waxed paper.
- Chocolate covered pretzels stored this way should last up to a week or 10 days.
Tried any of my recipes? Let me know in the comments!
A few other Valentine's Day Recipes:
- Heart Shaped Treats
- Valentines Day Ice Cream Floats
- Puff Pastry Hearts filled with Chocolate Pudding
- Heart Shaped Chocolate Covered Strawberries
- Valentine's Day Swirl Cookies
- Heart Shaped Oreo Truffles
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Valentine's Day Chocolate Covered Pretzels
Ingredients
- 36 Pretzel Rods
- Chocolate Almond Bark; ½ cup melted
- Pink Melting Candies; 16 ounce size
- Assorted Valentine's Day Sprinkles
Instructions
Place the pink melting candies in a microwave safe bowl and melt according to the directions on the package.
Once the chocolate has melted, dip the pretzel rods into the melted chocolate making sure you only dip about ½ to ¾ or the pretzel rod.
Shake off any excess chocolate before transferring to a parchment lined baking sheet.
Drizzle the melted chocolate on top of the pretzels.
Sprinkle with colorful sprinkles or your favorite toppings before the chocolate has a chance to set and dry.
Let the pretzels harden completely before storing in an airtight container.
Notes
- You really need to use a sturdy pretzel that won't break as you dip them into the melted chocolate.
- I like to use a plastic squeeze bottle to drizzle the melted chocolate on top of the chocolate covered pretzels but a spoon works great too.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield:
36Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 103Total Fat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 129mgCarbohydrates: 21gFiber: 1gSugar: 8gProtein: 1g
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This recipe has been updated since it first appeared in 2017 with new photos and a new printable recipe card that includes nutritional information. I hope you enjoy the updates as much as I enjoyed working on them!
Catherine Sokolowski says
These are so cute. I didn't know there was a chocolate drizzling tool. Good to know. Thanks!
Lois says
Thank you for visiting! Hope you were able to get a drizzling tool to help with decorating.
Donna @ Modern on Monticello says
Chocolate covered pretzels are so delicious. And I love how you can decorate them differently for any occasion. Thanks for sharing them with us t #HomeMattersParty
Julie Briones says
These are so pretty... Candied pretzels are one of my fave treats! Thanks for sharing at Tuesday Turn About!
LISA says
Well I just happen to have some pretzel rods on hand! Thanks for sharing.
Those pink with drizzle....yes, please!
xo Lisa S
Lois says
Thank you. Hope you enjoyed the recipe.
Cynthia says
Thanks for linking up at the Happiness is Homemade Link Party. I plan to feature your yummy dessert on Sunday. It's super duper cute. Hope you come back again.
Chinazor says
I made Christmas tree cake decorations with pretzels and white chocolate for my cupcakes. I thought I have to ditch enjoying those beauties until next Christmas.
Thanks for bringing these memories back. Now I am looking forward to Valentine...
Lois says
I'm happy you enjoyed the recipe! Thanks for visiting.
Mother of 3 says
SO cute and festive... and EASY! I love an easy craft. Pinned.
Theresa says
These look really yummy! I love sweet salty treats. Perfect for Valentine's Day. Found you via a hop. Theresa @DearCreatives
Kelly-Anne @ Beautiful Girlhood says
Oh my! These are simply gorgeous and how beautifully and thoughtfully you decorated each one! I love using pretty sprinkles, especially any that are pink...my favourite colour! Perhaps that is why I enjoy all the crafting and baking that this holiday brings! Thank you so much for this lovely inspiration! Blessings, Kelly-Anne
Sue AtTheLittleShack says
Yum! One of my favourite treats! I love sweet and salty. Going to have to give these a whirl. Thanks for linking them on #TreasureBoxTuesday.-Sue
MaryEllen Stringham says
These are so yummy and make fun gifts. Thanks for sharing. Pinning.
MaryEllen Stringham says
These are so yummy and make fun gifts. Thanks for sharing. Pinning.
Jenny says
Oh how fun! I'm going to make these with my children.