Artsy Snack-Time Pretzels

by Sam
(elmhurst, Illinois, USA)

Chocolate Pretzel Treats

These fun chocolate pretzel treats are easy to customize with your favorite toppings. Kids can get creative decorating each pretzel with sprinkles, candies, marshmallows, or colorful toppings for holidays, parties, and special occasions.

Ingredients

12 ounces milk chocolate chips
20 circular pretzels
Assorted toppings such as M&M's, sprinkles, mini marshmallows, Reese's Pieces, or crushed candies
3 cups water
Parchment paper

Directions

Line a cookie sheet or tray with parchment paper. Arrange the pretzels in a single layer on the parchment paper. Bring 3 cups of water to a boil in a large pot. Place the chocolate chips in a heat-safe bowl that fits over the pot without touching the water. Set the bowl over the simmering water and stir until the chocolate is completely melted. Remove from the heat. Spoon melted chocolate into the center of each pretzel, filling the opening without completely covering the pretzel. Immediately add your favorite toppings while the chocolate is still warm. Let the pretzels cool for at least 15 minutes or until the chocolate hardens before serving.

Yield: About 20 chocolate pretzel treats.

Kid Cooking Tip

Kids can arrange the pretzels, add toppings, and decorate each treat. An adult should handle the hot water and melted chocolate.

Variation Ideas

Try white chocolate, dark chocolate, or peanut butter chips instead of milk chocolate. Match the toppings to holidays by using colored candies, seasonal sprinkles, or themed decorations.