Description
Peanut Butter Pretzel Bites are the perfect sweet and salty treat! Creamy peanut butter filling is sandwiched between two crunchy pretzels, dipped in chocolate, and finished with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt. Perfect for holiday snacks or edible gifts!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup (250 g) creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup (50 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup (50 g) brown sugar, packed
- 1 1/4 cups (160 g) powdered sugar
- 48 mini pretzels (about 2 cups)
- 2 cups (350 g) semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips
- 1 tbsp coconut oil or vegetable shortening (optional, for smoother melting)
- Flaky sea salt (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
1. Make the peanut butter filling:
- In a medium bowl, beat the peanut butter, butter, and brown sugar together until smooth.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until the filling is thick and holds its shape.
2. Assemble the pretzel bites:
- Scoop about 1 teaspoon of the peanut butter mixture and roll it into a small ball.
- Place the peanut butter ball onto a pretzel, then top with another pretzel, pressing gently to flatten slightly and create a sandwich.
- Repeat until all the filling and pretzels are used. Chill in the refrigerator for 20 minutes to firm up.
3. Melt the chocolate:
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips and coconut oil (if using). Microwave in 20–30 second intervals, stirring between each, until the chocolate is smooth and melted.
4. Dip the pretzel bites:
- Using a fork or dipping tool, dip each pretzel bite halfway into the melted chocolate. Place the dipped bites onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Sprinkle with flaky sea salt while the chocolate is still wet, if desired.
5. Chill and serve:
- Refrigerate the pretzel bites for 15–20 minutes, or until the chocolate is fully set. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Use dark chocolate or white chocolate for variations.
- For extra crunch, mix in chopped pretzels or crushed peanuts into the peanut butter filling.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 2 months.