Name: Caramel Pretzel Bites Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 2 h 15 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 60 Pretzel Snaps (square-shaped pretzels); 60 Rolo candies (unwrapped); Valentine’s Mix M&M’s (pink, red, and white M&M’s); Heart-shaped or Valentine’s Day colored sprinkles

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Introduction

These Caramel Pretzel Bites are the perfect sweet and salty treat for any occasion, especially around Valentine’s Day. With melty caramel chocolates, crunchy pretzels, and festive candies, they’re easy to make and fun to share.

A pile of small sweet treats made of three layers: a square light brown pretzel base with visible salt specks, on top is a dome-shaped layer of smooth milk chocolate, slightly melted and shiny, crowned with a glossy colorful candy in the center, alternating between red and pink. The chocolate layer is generously decorated with various small sprinkles in shades of pink, red, and white, including tiny hearts, dots, and rods, creating a festive and cheerful look. The treats sit on a white marbled surface. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

60 pretzel snaps (square shaped)
60 Rolo candies (unwrapped)
Valentine’s Mix M&M’s (pink, red, and white)
Heart-shaped or Valentine’s Day colored sprinkles

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C). Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper, a Silpat liner, or tin foil for easy cleanup.
Step 2: Arrange the pretzel snaps in a single layer on the prepared cookie sheet. Place an unwrapped Rolo candy in the center of each pretzel square.
Step 3: Bake for 4-5 minutes, just until the chocolate looks glossy and melt begins. Be careful not to overheat—the Rolo should keep its shape without breaking.
Step 4: Immediately after removing from the oven, place one M&M on top of each melted Rolo and gently press down. Sprinkle the warm chocolate with heart-shaped or Valentine’s sprinkles. Working row by row helps keep the process neat and prevents the chocolate from setting too soon.
Step 5: Allow the bites to cool at room temperature for about 2 hours so the chocolate solidifies. To speed up cooling, place the cookie sheet in the refrigerator for 20-30 minutes.
Step 6: Once cooled, enjoy immediately or store leftovers covered at room temperature.

Tips & Variations

Use flavored M&M’s or different sprinkle shapes to customize for holidays or themes.
If you prefer extra caramel, you can substitute Rolos with caramel squares, but watch baking time carefully to avoid burning.
To keep the pretzels crisp, avoid storing the bites in humid conditions.

Storage

Store leftover pretzel bites in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. If your kitchen is warm, refrigeration is fine but may slightly soften the pretzels. Bring to room temperature before serving for best texture.

How to Serve

The image shows several small square pretzels with rounded corners placed closely together on a white marbled surface. Each pretzel is topped with a smooth swirl of dark brown chocolate, which holds a red candy center. Brightly colored sprinkles in shades of pink, red, and white are scattered over the chocolate and candy, with some shaped like hearts and some like small balls and rods. One pretzel at the top center has a bite taken out, revealing layers inside: the pretzel base, a caramel layer, a chocolate layer, and crushed red candy bits showing texture. The overall look is colorful, festive, and detailed. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use other types of chocolate candies besides Rolo?

Yes, caramel-filled chocolates similar in size and shape to Rolos work well. Just make sure they melt evenly without burning.

Why do the chocolates lose their shape sometimes when baked?

Overheating causes the chocolate caramel to melt too much and lose shape. Baking at a low temperature of 250°F for only 4-5 minutes helps soften them without melting completely.