Pretzel Sticks Christmas Lights (Print View)

Festive pretzels dipped in colorful candy melts and decorated like Christmas lights for a fun holiday snack.

# Components:

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01 - 24 thick rod-style pretzel sticks
02 - 1 cup white chocolate or vanilla candy melts
03 - 1/2 cup assorted colored candy melts (red, green, yellow, blue)
04 - 2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips
05 - 1/4 cup assorted holiday sprinkles or nonpareils

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06 - 1/4 cup black decorating gel or melted dark chocolate

# Directions:

01 - Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a microwave-safe bowl, melt white chocolate or vanilla candy melts, stirring every 20 seconds until smooth.
03 - Dip each pretzel stick halfway into the melted white chocolate, tapping gently to remove excess.
04 - Lay dipped pretzels on the prepared baking sheet.
05 - Melt each colored candy melt in separate microwave-safe bowls until smooth.
06 - Using a spoon or piping bag, place small dots of each colored candy melt along the dipped section of each pretzel to resemble Christmas light bulbs.
07 - Press a mini chocolate chip onto the base of each colored bulb before the chocolate sets to simulate the socket.
08 - Use black decorating gel or melted dark chocolate to draw connecting wires along the dipped area.
09 - Optional: sprinkle assorted holiday sprinkles or nonpareils for added decoration.
10 - Allow the treats to set at room temperature for about 20 minutes or chill briefly in the refrigerator until firm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and requires no baking, perfect for busy holiday schedules.
  • Engages kids as a creative and interactive snack project.
  • Bright, festive colors make it a standout at holiday parties.
  • Combines sweet, salty, and crunchy textures for delightful snacking.
02 -
  • Use separate bowls for each colored candy melt to keep colors vibrant and clean.
  • Work quickly when adding chocolate chips and decorations before the candy melts set.
  • If decorating gel is too thick, warm slightly to thin for easier piping of wires.
  • Store finished pretzels in a dry place to maintain crispness and freshness for several days.
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