Description
4th of July Chocolate Covered Pretzel Rods are the ultimate festive snack that perfectly marries sweet and salty flavors. Crispy pretzel rods are dipped in smooth chocolate and adorned with vibrant red, white, and blue sprinkles, making them an eye-catching addition to any Independence Day celebration. Easy to make and customizable, these delightful treats are sure to be a crowd-pleaser at your summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12–15 unsalted pretzel rods
- 1 cup chocolate melts (dark, milk, or white)
- 1/2 cup red, white, and blue sprinkles
- Parchment paper for cooling
Instructions
- In a microwave-safe bowl, heat 1 cup of chocolate melts in 30-second intervals until fully melted and smooth, stirring between each interval.
- Dip each pretzel rod into the melted chocolate until fully coated. Allow excess chocolate to drip off.
- While the chocolate is still wet, generously sprinkle red, white, and blue sprinkles over the coated pretzel rods.
- Place each rod on parchment paper to prevent sticking as they cool.
- Refrigerate for 15-20 minutes until the chocolate has hardened.
- Arrange on a platter and serve at your next gathering!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No cooking involved, involves melting and cooling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pretzel rod (25g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg