White Chocolate Pretzel Hearts
White Chocolate Pretzel Hearts are delightful bite-sized treats combining creamy white chocolate and crunchy salty pretzels, shaped into adorable hearts. Perfect for celebrations, gifts, or everyday indulgence, these easy-to-make snacks deliver a perfect sweet and salty harmony that’s customizable and loved by all.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: About 24 pretzel hearts 1x
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: No-bake / Chilling
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup white chocolate chips or chopped white chocolate bars
- 2 cups pretzel twists or mini pretzels
Optional Add-ins and Tools
- 2 tsp coconut oil or vegetable oil (optional, for thinning chocolate)
- Sprinkles or colored sugar (optional, for decoration)
- Heart-shaped silicone mold or baking sheet lined with parchment paper
Instructions
- Prepare Your Workstation: Gather all ingredients and tools. Lightly grease the heart-shaped mold or line a baking sheet with parchment paper to ensure easy removal after setting.
- Melt the White Chocolate: Place white chocolate chips or chopped bars in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring between each until chocolate is smooth and silky. Add coconut or vegetable oil if desired to thin the chocolate for easier coating.
- Coat the Pretzels: Dip each pretzel twist fully or halfway into the melted white chocolate, allowing excess to drip back into the bowl. Arrange the pretzels carefully in the heart-shaped mold or on the lined baking sheet in heart formations.
- Add Toppings: Sprinkle desired toppings such as colored sugar, sprinkles, or chopped nuts onto the wet chocolate before it sets, adding festive flair and extra texture.
- Chill and Set: Place the tray or mold in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to 1 hour until the chocolate hardens completely. Remove the pretzel hearts carefully to avoid breaking.
Notes
- Use high-quality white chocolate for smoother texture and richer flavor.
- Melt chocolate slowly and stir frequently to avoid burning or graininess.
- Work quickly to add toppings before chocolate hardens.
- Use pretzels at room temperature to prevent condensation on chocolate.
- Store finished treats in a cool, dry place or refrigerate to maintain crispness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pretzel hearts
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: white chocolate, pretzels, sweet and salty, no bake treats, gluten free snacks, holiday treats, homemade gifts, heart shaped snacks
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