Easy Chocolate Covered Pretzel Rods with Sprinkles
A quick and simple recipe for chocolate covered pretzel rods decorated with festive sprinkles, perfect for celebrations and satisfying salty-sweet cravings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- About 12 pretzel rods, sturdy and crunchy
- 8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips or melting wafers
- 4 ounces white chocolate chips (optional)
- ½ cup sprinkles (about 75 grams)
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil or coconut oil (optional)
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat and have sprinkles ready in a shallow bowl.
- Melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second bursts, stirring between each, until smooth (about 1.5-2 minutes). Stir in the oil if using.
- Dip each pretzel rod into the melted chocolate, coating about two-thirds of the rod. Let excess chocolate drip back into the bowl.
- Immediately roll or sprinkle the coated pretzel into the sprinkles bowl to ensure they stick.
- Place the dipped rods on the prepared baking sheet.
- Optional: Melt white chocolate chips and drizzle over the rods for decoration.
- Allow the rods to cool and harden at room temperature for about 30 minutes or chill in the fridge for 10-15 minutes.
- Store the set rods in an airtight container for freshness.
Notes
Use good quality chocolate for smooth melting. Thin chocolate with a tablespoon of oil for a glossy finish. Work quickly with sprinkles as chocolate hardens fast. Keep pretzel rods dry to prevent chocolate seizing. Avoid overcrowding rods on the tray. If chocolate seizes, add a splash of warm oil or milk and stir gently.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: One pretzel rod
- Calories: 165
- Sugar: 14
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 9
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 19
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 2
Keywords: chocolate covered pretzels, pretzel rods, easy chocolate treats, homemade snacks, festive sprinkles, salty sweet snack