Halloween Pretzels Easy Kids (Printer-Friendly Version)
Sweet and salty pretzels coated in colorful candy melts and festive sprinkles for a fun, spooky snack.
# What You'll Need:
→ Pretzels
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Mini pretzel twists, rods, or snaps, 120 grams (approximately 4.2 ounces)
→ Candy Coating
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Candy melts in assorted colors (white, orange, black, green), 200 grams (7 ounces)
→ Decorations
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Candy eyeballs, 30 grams (1 ounce)
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Halloween-themed sprinkles (orange, black, purple), 20 grams (0.7 ounces)
→ Equipment
05 -
Parchment or wax paper
# Steps to Follow:
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Line a baking sheet with parchment or wax paper to prevent sticking and facilitate easy removal.
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Heat the candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl using 30-second intervals, stirring thoroughly between bursts to ensure smooth melting without burning.
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Dip pretzels halfway into the melted candy or drizzle coating over them using a spoon, ensuring even coverage.
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Immediately place coated pretzels on the prepared sheet and scatter candy eyeballs and Halloween sprinkles over them before the coating sets.
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Allow pretzels to rest at room temperature or chill briefly for 10 to 15 minutes until the coating hardens completely.
# Additional Tips:
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For best results, work in small batches to prevent candy melts from hardening prematurely. Reheat leftover coating gently to reuse.