Description
Sweet and salty “Valentines Day Caramel Pretzel Bites” bring romantic indulgence to dessert tables with minimal effort. Chocolate-drizzled pretzels coated in rich caramel create irresistible morsels perfect for sharing during love’s special celebration.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Ingredients:
- 48 mini pretzels (square or traditional shape)
- 24 soft caramel candies (unwrapped)
- 24 chocolate candies (milk, dark, or white chocolate melting wafers)
Decorative Ingredients:
- Valentines-themed sprinkles
Instructions
- Prepare the workspace by lining a baking sheet with parchment paper, ensuring a smooth surface for creating delightful caramel pretzel bites.
- Meticulously arrange mini pretzels across the prepared baking sheet, creating a uniform grid of salty bases.
- Position a single caramel candy atop each pretzel, carefully centering them for consistent presentation.
- Slide the baking sheet into a preheated oven set at 300F (150C), allowing gentle heat to transform the caramels into soft, pliable treats.
- Monitor the caramels during baking, watching them become luxuriously malleable without completely liquefying – approximately 45 minutes.
- Carefully extract the tray from the oven, using precision to place a chocolate candy or melting wafer directly onto each softened caramel.
- Apply gentle pressure to flatten the caramel slightly and secure the chocolate, creating a smooth, cohesive surface.
- While the chocolate remains glossy and receptive, dust the bites with festive Valentines-themed sprinkles, adding a playful and romantic touch.
- Allow the pretzel bites to rest at room temperature, permitting the chocolate to naturally solidify and set.
- Expedite the cooling process by transferring the tray to the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes if desired.
- Once completely cooled and set, transfer the pretzel bites to an elegant serving plate or package them in charming gift bags for a sweet Valentine’s surprise.
Notes
- Customize caramel hardness by adjusting baking time, ensuring soft but not fully melted texture for perfect bite consistency.
- Select high-quality chocolate wafers or candies that melt smoothly and complement the caramel’s rich flavor profile.
- Choose gluten-free pretzels and dairy-free chocolate alternatives to accommodate various dietary restrictions and preferences.
- Experiment with different sprinkle colors and styles to match seasonal themes or personal aesthetic for a personalized touch.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 100 mg
- Fat: 3 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg