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Close-up of homemade Chocolate Pretzel Hearts, a sweet and salty Valentine's Day treat.

Chocolate Pretzel Hearts

These adorable Chocolate Pretzel Hearts combine the satisfying crunch of pretzels with smooth, melted chocolate. This simple recipe allows you to whip up a batch of these treats quickly and spread the love with a sweet and salty snack perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 75
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Mini pretzel twists: 12 ounces
  • Melting chocolate milk, dark, or white
  • Sprinkles: For decorating
  • Vegetable shortening or coconut oil: 1 tablespoon optional

Equipment

  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper or silicone baking mats
  • Microwave-safe bowls
  • Spoon or fork
  • Small Ziploc bag or piping bag (optional)
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

  1. Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
  2. Arrange mini pretzel twists on the prepared baking sheets in the shape of hearts.
  3. Place chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until completely melted and smooth. If the chocolate is too thick, stir in a tablespoon of vegetable shortening or coconut oil to thin it out.
  4. Dip each pretzel heart into the melted chocolate using a fork or spoon, or transfer the melted chocolate to a small Ziploc bag or piping bag, snip off a tiny corner, and drizzle the chocolate over the pretzel hearts.
  5. While the chocolate is still wet, sprinkle generously with your favorite sprinkles.
  6. Place the baking sheets in the refrigerator or freezer for about 10-15 minutes, or until the chocolate is completely set.
  7. Gently peel the Chocolate Pretzel Hearts off the parchment paper and enjoy.

Notes

Store Chocolate Pretzel Hearts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. Customize with different sprinkles and colors to match any holiday or special occasion. For a peanut butter swirl, drizzle melted peanut butter over the chocolate before it sets. You can also drizzle melted white chocolate over dark chocolate for a beautiful contrast. Or sprinkle with sea salt for an extra salty-sweet kick.