Easy Easter Pretzels Snack Recipe: A Festive Spring Treat That’s Ready in 15 Minutes
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These Easy Easter Pretzels combine crispy pretzel twists with smooth white chocolate coating and colorful Easter candies for a festive spring snack that takes just 15 minutes to prepare. Perfect for Easter parties, spring celebrations, classroom treats, or gift-giving, these sweet and salty pretzels offer impressive visual appeal with minimal effort. The recipe requires only four main ingredients and no baking, making it accessible for cooks of all skill levels.
Total Time:45-60 minutes
Yield:60 pretzels
Ingredients
16 ounces pretzel twists (about 60 pretzels)
24 ounces white chocolate chips or melting wafers
1 cup pastel Easter M&Ms
½ cup spring-themed sprinkles (pastel jimmies, nonpareils, or themed mixes)
Optional: 1 teaspoon coconut oil (for thinning chocolate if needed)
Optional: Pink, green, or yellow candy melts for decorative drizzling
Instructions
Prepare workspace: Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats. Arrange pretzels, toppings, and equipment within easy reach.
Melt white chocolate: Place white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave at 50% power in 30-second intervals, stirring thoroughly between each interval, until completely melted and smooth (approximately 2-3 minutes total). Alternatively, melt using a double boiler method, stirring constantly.
Adjust consistency: If chocolate seems too thick, stir in one teaspoon of coconut oil until fully incorporated and chocolate flows smoothly.
Dip pretzels: Hold one pretzel by a single loop and dip three-quarters of it into melted white chocolate. Gently shake off excess chocolate by tapping wrist against bowl edge. Place coated pretzel on prepared baking sheet.
Add toppings immediately: While chocolate is still wet (within 2-3 minutes), press 3-4 Easter M&Ms onto each pretzel. Sprinkle generously with spring sprinkles, ensuring good coverage.
Optional drizzle: Melt contrasting colored candy melts and drizzle over pretzels in zigzag patterns using a spoon or piping bag.
Allow to set: Let pretzels rest at room temperature for 30-45 minutes until chocolate has completely hardened. For faster setting, refrigerate for 15-20 minutes.
Serve or store: Once fully set, transfer pretzels to an airtight container or serve immediately.
Notes
Work in batches of 10-12 pretzels to ensure chocolate remains wet when adding toppings
Keep all equipment completely dry to prevent chocolate from seizing
Use fresh, crispy pretzels for best texture
Substitute dairy-free white chocolate for allergy-friendly version
Add toppings while chocolate is wet for proper adhesion
Store in airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks
