Pretzel Wreath

During the holiday season, we are always on the lookout for fun Christmas-inspired food activities. There is nothing more therapeutic to us than sitting down by myself, or with our loved ones, and creating something and beautiful while laughing, bonding and getting a little messy.

This Pretzel Christmas Wreath recipe is inspired by our good friend Alina who, like myself, is a Christmas fanatic and always shares unique Christmas-themed ideas with us. Not only will these Pretzel Christmas Wreaths get you into the holiday spirit, but the irresistible sweet and salty combo will have you binge-eating these before your guests even arrive!

What stands out

These Pretzel Christmas Wreaths only take 15 minutes to make and are completely customizable. You can experiment with different types of chocolate and get as creative as you’d like with the toppings and decorations!

Not only is this recipe a kid-friendly activity but these Pretzel Christmas Wreaths can be bagged and shared with friends, coworkers and loved ones as a thoughtful stocking stuffer or add-on gift!

How to Prepare

Melt chocolate in the microwave or using a double boiler.

Arrange 6 pretzels in a circle on a baking sheet with parchment paper, ensuring the single hole of each pretzel faces the inside.

⭕ Remove 1 pretzel from the circle, dip the inner section halfway into melted chocolate, and place it back into the circle. Repeat with the remaining pretzels.

To form the top layer, dip 6 additional pretzels one at a time in chocolate and then place them on top to create a second layer.

Sprinkle with your choice of sprinkles and then repeat the process to make additional wreaths.

Refrigerate wreaths for 15 minutes or until the chocolate is firm.

Kitchen tip

Make sure that the pretzels are fully coated in chocolate, especially the inner area when dipping. This ensures a more even and consistent appearance for your pretzel Christmas wreath.

Swaps

Whether you opt for white chocolate, dark chocolate, or milk chocolate, the possibilities are endless. Let us know in the comment section which variations you try.

1. Feel free to use different types of chocolate such as milk chocolate or dark chocolate. You could even mix different types of chocolates for a marbled effect.
2. Experiment with various types of sprinkles such as colored sugar, crushed candy canes, edible glitter, or nonpareils.
3. To change up the flavor, you could add a drop of flavored extract (peppermint, almond, etc.) to the melted chocolate.
4. You can most certainly use dairy-free or vegan chocolate for a dairy-free version.
5. Choose gluten-free pretzels if you or your guests have gluten restrictions.

Questions

strong Can we use a different type of chocolate for this recipe?

Yes, you can certainly use white chocolate, dark chocolate, or milk chocolate, depending on your preference.

strong What types of sprinkles work well with this recipe?

You can experiment with various types of sprinkles, such as colored sugar, crushed candy canes, or seasonal-themed sprinkles.

Can we make this recipe ahead of time?

You most definitely can! You can make these wreaths a few days in advance and store them in an air-tight container until you’re ready to serve them.

Can we use this wreath as a gift?

These Pretzel Christmas Wreaths make the most homemade gift! Once the wreath has set completely, wrap it in cellophane and tie it with a festive ribbon for a thoughtful edible present.

How can we adjust for dietary preferences?

You can use dairy-free or vegan chocolate if needed and choose pretzels that suit specific dietary restrictions, such as gluten-free pretzels for a gluten-free version.

Ingredients

Makes 4 Pretzel Wreaths

• 48 pretzels, 12 pretzels per wreath
• 100 grams Belgian white chocolate
• sprinkles, optional

Equipment

• Mixing Bowls
• Baking Sheet
• Parchment Paper
• Christmas Sprinkles
• White Pearl Sprinkles

Method

1. Melt chocolate in the microwave or using a double boiler.
2. Arrange 6 pretzels in a circle on a baking sheet with parchment paper, ensuring the single hole of each pretzel faces the inside.
3. Remove 1 pretzel from the circle, dip the inner section halfway into melted chocolate, and place it back into the circle. Repeat with the remaining pretzels.
4. To form the top layer, dip 6 additional pretzels one at a time in chocolate and then place them on top to create a second layer.
5. Sprinkle with your choice of sprinkles and then repeat the process to make additional wreaths.
6. Refrigerate wreaths for 15 minutes or until the chocolate is firm.