Description
A simple and delicious recipe for making white chocolate covered pretzels, perfect for a treat or gift.
Ingredients
- 1 pound (450g) Bag of Pretzels (any shape)
- 1 pound (450g) White Chocolate
- 1 tablespoon (15ml) Vegetable Oil (or shortening) (optional, for thinning)
- Sprinkles or other decorations (optional)
Instructions
- Pour the pretzels into a large bowl and set aside.
- Place the white chocolate and vegetable oil (if using) in a microwave-safe bowl.
- Microwave on high for 30-second intervals, stirring well between each interval, until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth. Be careful not to overheat the chocolate, as it can seize.
- If the chocolate is too thick, add a little more vegetable oil or shortening until it reaches a desired dipping consistency.
- Dip each pretzel into the melted white chocolate, ensuring it is fully coated. Allow any excess chocolate to drip off back into the bowl.
- Place the chocolate-coated pretzels onto a parchment paper-lined baking sheet.
- If using sprinkles or decorations, apply them immediately before the chocolate sets.
- Allow the white chocolate to set completely at room temperature (about 1-2 hours) or place them in the refrigerator for quicker setting (about 15-30 minutes).
- Once set, store the White Chocolate Pretzels in an airtight container.
Notes
- The quality of the white chocolate significantly impacts the final taste; use high-quality white chocolate or melting wafers for the best results.
- White chocolate can be tricky to melt; microwave in short intervals and stir frequently to prevent burning or seizing.
- If the chocolate seizes (becomes grainy and hard), you can try to rescue it by stirring in a teaspoon of vegetable oil or shortening at a time until it smooths out, though this is not always successful.
- You can use different types of pretzels (rods, twists, snaps) based on your preference.
- For a variation, you can drizzle melted dark or milk chocolate over the white chocolate once it has set.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes (for melting)
- Category: Dessert/Snack
- Method: Dipping/No-bake
- Cuisine: American