Chocolate Peanut Butter Pretzel Candies Recipe
This chocolate peanut butter pretzel candies recipe combines the rich flavor of chocolate, creamy peanut butter, and crunchy pretzels for a sweet and salty treat that's perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 24 candies
- Category: Dessert
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups semisweet or milk chocolate chips
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 cups pretzels (mini twists or sticks)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- Sea salt for sprinkling (optional)
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring in between until smooth.
- In another bowl, mix peanut butter, softened butter, and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Place pretzels on the baking sheet. Scoop a small amount of the peanut butter mixture onto each pretzel.
- Top each with another pretzel, sandwiching the peanut butter.
- Dip each pretzel sandwich into the melted chocolate, covering fully or partially.
- Place back on the baking sheet and sprinkle with sea salt if desired.
- Chill in the refrigerator for 20-30 minutes until the chocolate sets.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- Use white chocolate or dark chocolate for variations.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 candy
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 180 mg