Decadent little bites of caramel, chocolate, and pretzels that come together in around 10 minutes? It may sound impossible but it’s not with this Chocolate Caramel Pretzel Bites recipe. The combination of sweet and salty is irresistible and they make terrific last-minute gifts.
Chocolate Caramel Pretzel Bites
These are the perfect snack-sized candy. You probably won’t be able to eat just one! Even better, they’re no-bake and so simple that kids can help make them. If you’re planning to serve them for a party or potluck, be sure to allow for 10 to 30 minutes of chilling time for the chocolate to set.
What You’ll Need for the Recipe:
- small pretzel squares
- Rolo candies
- milk chocolate melts or milk chocolate chips
- holiday sprinkles, optional
Cooking Tips:
- This can be made gluten-free by substituting gluten-free pretzels for the regular pretzels. Because companies sometimes change their recipes or manufacturing techniques, always read the labels to make sure the product is gluten-free.
- Make sure the bowl and spoon for melting the chocolate are clean and dry before use. Even one drop of water can cause chocolate to “seize.” This means the chocolate is no longer smooth but becomes a thick, gritty paste. When it seizes, it can no longer be used for dipping.
- An easy way to “smush” the Rolos is to place them on a piece of wax or parchment paper. Then, press firmly down on the top of each Rolo with your thumb or with a cup.
Good Substitutions:
- You can substitute any type of snack-sized chocolate candy bar for the Rolos. Try Milky Way, Snickers, 3 Musketeers, Reese’s cups, or Hershey’s bars.
- Instead of milk chocolate, use semi-sweet, dark chocolate, or white chocolate.
What does it mean if my chocolate has a white film?
This happens if the chocolate is stored at temperatures that are either too hot or too cold. It’s called “fat bloom,” a harmless natural chemical reaction caused when liquid fats-such as cocoa butter-move to the surface of the chocolate and crystalize. The chocolate is still safe to eat.
How long do chocolate chips last?
You can store chocolate chips (unopened or opened and in an airtight container) in the pantry for 2 to 4 months. They can also be stored in the fridge for 6 to 8 months, or in the freezer for 2 to 3 years. Milk Chocolate Melts are best used within 18 months of the date they were made. They can also be stored in the fridge or freezer in an airtight container. Chocolate
Printable Recipe:
Chocolate Caramel Pretzel Bites
20
minutesIngredients
24 pretzel squares
12 Rolos candies, unwrapped
1 (12-ounce) package milk chocolate candy melts
Holiday sprinkles, optional
Directions
- Press Rolo candies down to make them flat. Place a flattened Rolo on top of a pretzel square. Continue until 12 pretzel squares have a Rolo atop. Cover the Rolo with another pretzel square.
- In a microwave safe bowl, add the candy melts or chips. Microwave on high for 1 minute, stir. If chocolate is not completely melted, return to microwave for an additional 15 to 20 seconds.
- Dip each pretzel bite into chocolate mixture, covering completely with chocolate. Place chocolate bites onto a sheet of waxed paper. Place the waxed paper into the fridge or the freezer for 10 to 30 minutes, or until chocolate is set.
- Store in an airtight container.
To Give as Gifts:
Add the pretzel bites to a colorful holiday treat bag and ties with a ribbon. They also make a good addition in a tin of sweets.
These Chocolate Caramel Pretzel bites are sure to be a hit the next time you serve them. No one has to know they took only minutes to prepare. Have you tried Chocolate Caramel Pretzel Bites? What is your favorite holiday treat to prepare? Let us know in the comments.
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Umm HELLO! This recipe has pregnancy cravings *solved* written all over it. A little bit sweet, a little salty and crunch. Must. Have. Now. Thank you!
These look delicious! They have all my favorite snack ingredients.
These chocolate caramel pretzel bites look amazing! So festive and delicious!
Yum, these look amazing! This would be fun to make with the kids. We have been thinking of what we would like to make for the holidays.
Yummy! I love the sweet and salty combination. Plus, who can resist caramel???
Oh these look so fun and festive. I need to try this recipe. I know my kids would love this!
This looks really delicious. I love caramel flavor! I’d love to have this with my kids. Such a good snacks for everyone! Can’t wait to try it.
These look like the perfect holiday treat. And I have always wondered about the white film on chocolate. Good thing it’s still safe to eat!
This looks like a delightful holiday treat! I love pretzels and chocolate separately as well as together.
OK now these sound like the most amazing holiday treat! I bet they would make a nice little gift for family too.
Yum, I cannot wait to make these. I LOVE my chocolate treats, and these look incredible.
You are speaking my language!! Chocolate+caramel+salty pretzels=Heaven!!!
I love the flavor of chocolate, salt and prezels. I make a cookie similar to this. So good.
Such a great idea for a holiday treat to use as a gift or just for the family to enjoy. I know they would not last too long in my house so i would have to make a lot.