Black Cat Pretzel Rods (Print View)

Chocolate-dipped pretzel rods decorated as playful black cats—delightful for festive parties or snacking fun.

# Components:

→ Pretzels

01 - 12 large pretzel rods

→ Chocolate Coating

02 - 8 ounces black candy melts or dark chocolate, chopped

→ Decorations

03 - 24 candy eyes
04 - 24 small pink candy-coated chocolates
05 - 3.5 ounces mini chocolate chips
06 - 24 thin licorice strings, cut into 1-inch strips
07 - Edible gold or silver sprinkles (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a microwave-safe bowl, heat black candy melts or dark chocolate in 30-second intervals, stirring thoroughly after each, until completely smooth.
03 - Dip each pretzel rod about two-thirds of its length into the melted chocolate, allowing excess to drip off.
04 - Place dipped pretzel rods on the prepared parchment-lined baking sheet.
05 - While chocolate is wet, attach two mini chocolate chips at the top for ears, two candy eyes directly beneath, and a pink candy-coated chocolate below for the nose.
06 - Gently press two licorice strips onto each side of the nose to resemble whiskers.
07 - Sprinkle edible gold or silver decorations if a shimmering effect is desired.
08 - Leave pretzel rods at room temperature until chocolate sets and is firm, about 20 minutes.
09 - Transfer to an airtight container and store at room temperature for up to five days.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses everyday supermarket ingredients
  • Requires no baking
  • Ready in under thirty minutes
  • Kid-friendly and ideal for holiday parties
  • Customizable decorations make it fun for all ages
02 -
  • Completely nut-free if you check decoration labels
  • No need for baking just quick chocolate melting
  • Stays fresh for several days making them perfect to prep ahead
03 -
  • Do not overheat chocolate Melting it in very short intervals is key for smooth even coating
  • Set up all decorations ahead of dipping so you can work fast while chocolate is wet
  • Use gentle pressure when sticking on candy eyes and nose to prevent cracking the surface
  • Cut licorice strips neatly with kitchen scissors for whiskers that look tidy and stay in place

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