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Reindeer Pretzels

Festive Reindeer Pretzels: Sweet-Salty Holiday Fun!

Delightful Reindeer Pretzels perfect for festive gatherings, combining chocolate and pretzels for a sweet-salty treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Setting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 48 pieces
Course: Cookies
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 96 units Mini Rod Pretzels opt for dipping stick size for best results
For the Coating
  • 2 cups Melted Semisweet Chocolate can switch to dark chocolate for a more robust flavor
For the Features
  • 48 pieces Red Candies vibrant candies like Sixlets or M&Ms are best for festive flair
  • 96 units Mini Candy Eyes can be made with royal icing for a personal touch

Equipment

  • Microwave-safe Bowl
  • Fork
  • Parchment paper
  • Baking sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Melt the chocolate by placing 2 cups of semisweet chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring thoroughly, until smooth (1-2 minutes).
  2. Dip the pretzels into the melted chocolate using a fork, coating evenly, and remove excess chocolate.
  3. Arrange two dipped pretzels side by side on a parchment-lined baking sheet, forming the body of the reindeer.
  4. While the chocolate is soft, place mini candy eyes and a red candy nose onto each pretzel.
  5. Allow the chocolate to set at room temperature for 10-15 minutes or refrigerate for 5 minutes to accelerate hardening.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gIron: 2mg

Notes

These Reindeer Pretzels make great gifts and are fun to decorate with kids! Ensure adult supervision during chocolate melting for safety.

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