Caramel Chocolate Covered Pretzel Rods
User Reviews
4.8
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
6 mins
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Total Time
11 mins
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Servings
36 pretzels
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Calories
102 kcal
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Course
Dessert, Snacks, Baked Goods
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Cuisine
American
Caramel Chocolate Covered Pretzel Rods
Description
Caramel Chocolate Covered Pretzel Rods start by melting caramel squares with light cream to create a smooth caramel coating. Pretzel rods are partially dipped in this caramel to add a sweet layer that complements their salty crunch. After the caramel sets, rods are dipped into melted chocolate and placed on parchment paper to cool and harden. A final drizzle of melted chocolate candy melts decorates the rods visually and adds an extra layer of chocolate flavor.
This layered treatment balances sweet and salt flavors and contrasts the crisp texture of pretzels with chewy caramel and smooth chocolate. The recipe suggests microwaving chocolate carefully to avoid overheating and maintaining a glossy finish. Additional decoration like chopped nuts or sprinkles can also be added while the chocolate is still warm.
Prepare on parchment to prevent sticking, and store the finished pretzels in an airtight container to maintain freshness. Leftover caramel or chocolate can be cooled, stored, and reused. Reheating caramel gently helps manage consistency during assembly.
Ingredients
- 1 package pretzel rods 10 ounces
- 12 ounces chocolate milk or dark
- 6 ounces chocolate candy melts white or milk
Caramel
- 14 ounces caramel squares unwrapped
- 1 tablespoon light cream
Instructions
- Line a large sheet or pan with parchment paper.
- Combine the caramel squares and light cream in a medium microwave safe bowl.
- Microwave the mixture 2-3 minutes (in 30-second increments, stirring after every 30 seconds) until the mixture is completely melted and smooth.
- Pour the caramel mixture into a tall glass measuring cup or mug. Dip each pretzel rod ⅔ of the way to cover in caramel. Place on parchment paper to cool.
- Once the caramel is set, melt the chocolate in the microwave on 40% power for 45 seconds. Stir and continue microwaving at 20-second intervals until just melted. Stir until smooth.
- Dip the caramel-coated pretzels into the melted chocolate and place on parchment paper to cool. (You may want to pour the chocolate into a tall glass measuring cup or mug.)
- Melt the chocolate melts in a small zippered bag and snip the corner off. Drizzle over chocolate. Add favorite decorations if desired.
- Store in an airtight container. Yield: about 2 ½ dozen.
Notes
- Use parchment paper instead of waxed paper to prevent sticking during cooling.
- If caramel thickens or hardens while working, microwave in short increments to soften it again.
- Allow caramel-coated pretzels to cool completely before dipping in chocolate for better coating adherence.
- Chocolate chips, bars, or candy melts can be used; higher-quality chocolate improves flavor.
- To decorate, add nuts or sprinkles while the chocolate is warm before it sets.
- Store finished pretzels in an airtight container to maintain their texture and freshness.
- Extra caramel or chocolate can be cooled, stored, and reused later for another batch.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 36pretzels
Amount Per Serving
Calories 102 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1pretzel | |
| Calories | 102 | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 16g | 5% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 1mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 31mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 51mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 13g | 26% |
| Vitamin A | 9IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 18mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
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