Pin it A fun, no-bake dessert featuring layers of crunchy pretzel sticks and smooth chocolate, perfect for parties or a quick sweet treat.
This recipe quickly became a family favorite for its combination of salty and sweet flavors that please everyone.
Ingredients
- Base & Layers: 150 g (about 5 oz) salted pretzel sticks
- Base & Layers: 200 g (7 oz) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Base & Layers: 100 g (3.5 oz) white chocolate chips
- Base & Layers: 2 tbsp mini chocolate candies (optional, for garnish)
- Base & Layers: 2 tbsp chopped toasted nuts (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
- Step 2:
- Arrange small clusters of pretzel sticks (about 6&ndash8 sticks per stack) spaced apart on the prepared baking sheet.
- Step 3:
- Melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth.
- Step 4:
- Using a spoon, drizzle or coat each pretzel cluster generously with melted semi-sweet chocolate, ensuring the pretzels stick together.
- Step 5:
- Melt the white chocolate chips in a separate bowl using the same method. Drizzle the white chocolate over the chocolate-covered pretzel stacks for a decorative effect.
- Step 6:
- Immediately sprinkle with mini chocolate candies or chopped toasted nuts if desired.
- Step 7:
- Let the stacks sit at room temperature until the chocolate sets, or refrigerate for 15 minutes for quicker setting.
- Step 8:
- Once set, gently lift the stacks off the baking sheet and serve.
Pin it Making these pretzel stacks always brings my family together around the kitchen, eager for a sweet and salty bite.
Notes
Use colored sprinkles or seasonal candies to make it festive and versatile for any celebration.
Required Tools
Microwave-safe bowls, spoon, baking sheet, parchment paper or silicone mat
Allergen Information
Contains wheat (pretzels), milk (chocolate), and may contain tree nuts (if using nuts). Some chocolate candies may contain soy or additional allergens—check labels.
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This dessert is a crowd-pleaser that combines ease of preparation with delicious flavor for any occasion.
Recipe Q&A
- → What type of chocolate works best for coating?
Semi-sweet chocolate chips melt smoothly and balance sweetness well, but milk or dark chocolate can be used for variation.
- → How do I prevent pretzel sticks from breaking during assembly?
Arrange small clusters of 6 to 8 pretzel sticks carefully on a lined surface to keep them intact while coating.
- → Can I prepare these in advance?
Yes, the stacks can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week without losing freshness.
- → What garnishes complement the chocolate layers?
Mini chocolate candies or chopped toasted nuts add color, texture, and a festive appearance, enhancing the overall bite.
- → How long does the chocolate take to set?
Leaving the stacks at room temperature allows the chocolate to firm up naturally; refrigerating for 15 minutes speeds this process.