Chocolate Pretzel Christmas Trees (Printable Version)
Salty pretzels dipped in rich chocolate, decorated with candies and green drizzle for festive celebrations.
# Everything You’ll Need:
→ Pretzels
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4 cups mini pretzels
→ Chocolate
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2 cups chocolate chips (dark, milk, or white)
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1 tablespoon coconut oil (optional)
→ Decorations
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1 cup green candy melts
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1 cup assorted candies (M&Ms, sprinkles, etc.)
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Green edible glitter (optional)
# Steps to Cook:
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a parchment-lined baking sheet.
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Place mini pretzels on the baking sheet, positioning them to form tree shapes.
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In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips and coconut oil (if using) in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
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Dip each pretzel tree into the melted chocolate, allowing excess to drip off.
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While the chocolate coating is still wet, evenly apply assorted candies as decoration.
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Place the coated pretzel trees in the refrigerator for 20 to 30 minutes to set the chocolate.
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Melt green candy melts and drizzle over the set pretzel trees using a piping bag or spoon.
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Optionally, sprinkle green edible glitter on top for extra sparkle.
# Extra Suggestions:
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Experiment with different types of candies for unique decorative effects.
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Select your preferred chocolate variety to customize sweetness and flavor.
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Store finished pretzel trees in an airtight container to maintain freshness.