Description
Delightful chocolate-covered heart-shaped pretzels that combine a sweet and salty treat perfect for gifting or enjoying as a snack. These easy-to-make pretzels are dipped in smooth melted chocolate and topped with your choice of sprinkles, nuts, or chocolate chips, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Heart-Shaped Pretzels
- 10–12 heart-shaped pretzels (store-bought or homemade)
Chocolate Coating
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips or milk chocolate chips
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil or coconut oil (to thin the chocolate)
Toppings (Optional)
- 1/4 cup sprinkles
- 1/4 cup crushed nuts
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
- Sea salt (optional, for a salty kick)
Instructions
- Prepare the Pretzels: If using store-bought heart-shaped pretzels, proceed to the next step. For homemade pretzels, roll out the dough and shape into hearts, then bake according to your recipe or package instructions.
- Melt the Chocolate: Place chocolate chips and vegetable or coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 20-30 second intervals, stirring well between each, until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth.
- Dip the Pretzels: Completely or partially dip each heart-shaped pretzel into the melted chocolate according to your preference.
- Drain Excess Chocolate: Use a fork to lift the pretzels out of the chocolate, allowing any extra chocolate to drip back into the bowl. Lay dipped pretzels on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Add Toppings: While the chocolate is still wet, sprinkle your choice of toppings such as sprinkles, crushed nuts, mini chocolate chips, or a pinch of sea salt for added flavor and texture.
- Chill and Set: Refrigerate the baking sheet with pretzels for 15-30 minutes until the chocolate hardens completely.
- Serve: Once set, enjoy your chocolate-covered heart-shaped pretzels immediately, gift them, or store in an airtight container for up to one week.
Notes
- Use coconut oil for a slight coconut flavor; vegetable oil keeps the chocolate neutral.
- For a dairy-free version, use dairy-free chocolate chips and coconut oil.
- Ensure the pretzels are completely cool before dipping to prevent melting or clumping of chocolate.
- Customize toppings to suit your taste and dietary preferences.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature or in the refrigerator to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
