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Peppermint Bark Pretzels Recipe

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Peppermint Bark Pretzels combine crunchy pretzels coated in rich dark chocolate and drizzled with sweet white chocolate, topped with festive crushed candy canes. This easy no-bake holiday treat is perfect for gift-giving or festive snacking, offering a delightful balance of salty, sweet, and minty flavors with a satisfying crunch.

Ingredients

Scale

Pretzels

  • 60 to 72 small pretzels

Chocolate

  • 10 ounces dark chocolate melting wafers
  • ¾ cup white chocolate melting wafers

Topping

  • ⅓ cup crushed candy canes (about 12 small candy canes)

Instructions

  1. Prepare workspace: Line a large cookie sheet with wax paper and cover your preparation surface with wax paper to catch any spills and simplify cleanup.
  2. Melt dark chocolate: In a medium-sized bowl, melt the dark chocolate melting wafers according to the package instructions, ensuring a smooth consistency.
  3. Melt white chocolate: Similarly, melt the white chocolate melting wafers in a separate bowl following package directions.
  4. Dip pretzels: Drop a handful of the small pretzels into the melted dark chocolate, coating them thoroughly.
  5. Remove excess chocolate: Using a fork, lift each pretzel out of the dark chocolate and gently tap the fork against the side of the bowl to remove any excess chocolate.
  6. Place on sheet and drizzle: Lay the coated pretzels on the prepared baking sheet and drizzle them with the melted white chocolate for a decorative touch.
  7. Add candy cane topping: Immediately sprinkle the pretzels with crushed candy canes before the chocolate hardens to ensure they stick properly.
  8. Repeat process: Continue dipping, drizzling, and sprinkling all remaining pretzels until finished.
  9. Harden and serve: Allow the pretzels to set and harden at room temperature for about 10 minutes before serving or packaging.

Notes

  • Use melting wafers for easier melting and smooth coating.
  • Make sure to sprinkle candy canes right after drizzling white chocolate to ensure they adhere well.
  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature to maintain freshness.
  • For quicker setting, you may refrigerate the pretzels but beware it might cause chocolate bloom.
  • Crush candy canes finely for easier sticking and a more balanced texture.

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