Colorful Lightsaber Pretzel Rods
Easy, crispy chocolate-dipped pretzel rods that are colorful, fun, and perfect for parties or movie nights. These sweet and salty treats are quick to make and visually striking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 12 pretzel rods
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- Pretzel rods
- Candy melts (assorted colors: red, blue, green, yellow, white)
- White chocolate chips (optional)
- Vegetable shortening or coconut oil (1-2 teaspoons)
- Sprinkles and edible glitter
- Parchment paper or silicone mat
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat for drying.
- Place about 1 cup (170g) of candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl. Add 1 teaspoon (5ml) of vegetable shortening or coconut oil to thin the candy melts.
- Microwave on medium power for 30 seconds, stir well, then repeat in 15-second intervals until smooth and fully melted. Avoid overheating.
- Hold a pretzel rod by one end and dip it about 3/4 of the way into the melted candy. Rotate slowly to coat evenly.
- Gently tap the rod on the edge of the bowl to remove excess coating.
- Before the coating sets, scatter sprinkles or edible glitter over the wet chocolate.
- Place the coated rod on the lined baking sheet. Repeat with remaining rods.
- Chill the tray in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes until the chocolate firms up.
- Store the set pretzel rods in an airtight container at room temperature or refrigerate if warm.
Notes
Use vegan candy melts and coconut oil for dairy-free version. Use gluten-free pretzel rods for gluten-free option. Work quickly to prevent candy melts from hardening. Keep utensils dry to avoid candy seizing. Store in airtight container for up to one week. Re-chill softened rods for 5 minutes to restore crispness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pretzel rod
- Calories: 135
- Sugar: 15
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 6
- Saturated Fat: 3.5
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 2
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