Chocolate Pretzel Trees
Festive Chocolate Pretzel Trees made with almond bark and mini pretzels create a deliciously crunchy and sweet holiday treat perfect for gatherings and celebrations.
Equipment
- 1 microwave-safe bowl
- 1 wax paper-lined baking sheet
- 1 ziplock bag for piping melted chocolate
Ingredients
- 24 oz almond bark or candy melts
- 108 mini pretzel sticks
- sprinkles any variety you like
Instructions
- Arrange pretzel sticks in an arrow formation on a wax paper-lined baking sheet to form the tree shape.
- Melt the almond bark or candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl for 30 seconds, stirring well for smoothness.
- Continue microwaving in 15-second intervals, stirring between each, until completely melted and pourable.
- Transfer the melted chocolate into a ziplock bag and cut a small corner for easy drizzle piping.
- Drizzle the melted chocolate over the pretzel formations using a zigzag motion from top to bottom.
- Sprinkle mini sugar pearls or colorful sprinkles on top to decorate.
- Let the trees set on the baking sheet for 20 minutes or until the chocolate is firm.
Notes
- Experiment with different sprinkles for unique designs.
- Keep melted chocolate warm to maintain its pourable consistency.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container to preserve freshness.