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Chocolatey Easter Pretzels

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Take plain pretzels and turn them into festive Easter sweets! Decorate with chocolate 'wool' for sheep, bunny faces with candies, or add sprinkles for color. So easy to whip up with melted chocolate and candy accents. These cute snacks are great for gifts, celebrations, or munchies, plus they stay fresh in a sealed container for two weeks.
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Updated on Tue, 18 Mar 2025 22:25:39 GMT
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Whip up this amazing white pizza sauce at home in just 10 minutes. It's super creamy, packed with fresh garlic flavor, and makes your homemade pizzas taste like they're from a fancy restaurant. The smooth, rich texture and wonderful smell will turn your regular pizza into something you'll crave again and again.

What makes this sauce stand out is how we cook the garlic, giving it such amazing flavor that even folks who usually prefer red sauce will switch teams.

Essential Ingredients

  • Fresh Garlic: Newly minced whole cloves for the strongest taste
  • Heavy Cream: Gives that smooth, velvety feel
  • Extra Virgin Olive Oil: Grab the good stuff for better flavor
  • Fresh Herbs: Basil and oregano add that true Italian touch
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Cooking Instructions

Start the Foundation
Heat olive oil on medium. Toss in your minced garlic and let it cook until you can smell it, but don't let it brown.
Create a Roux
Mix in flour to form a paste with the oil and garlic. Keep stirring and cook just briefly.
Complete the Sauce
Slowly pour in cream while whisking. Let it bubble until thick. Add salt and pepper as you like.

We created this recipe to capture what makes Italian white pizza sauce so special.

Temperature Control

Watching your heat carefully stops garlic from turning bitter and helps your sauce come together smoothly.

Different Flavors

Mix it up with some fresh herbs, a bit of red pepper flakes, or roasted garlic for new taste adventures.

Keeping It Fresh

It'll stay good in the fridge for 5 days. When reheating, stir constantly and warm it gently.

Spreading Techniques

Spread a thin layer evenly so your crust doesn't get soggy while baking.

A good white sauce can make any pizza better, giving you the perfect starting point for both traditional and creative toppings.

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Frequently Asked Questions

→ Which chocolate works best?
Go for white chocolate wafers, candy melts, or almond bark. Skip regular chocolate chips—they’re harder to work with.
→ How long can I store them?
Keep them sealed in a container at room temp, and they'll last for up to two weeks.
→ Can I use colored chocolate?
Absolutely! Opt for oil-based or powdered food colors, since the liquid kind will ruin your chocolate.
→ How do I package them for gifts?
Place them in small clear bags or wrap them tightly in plastic. This keeps them fresh and gift-ready.
→ Why is chilling necessary?
Cooling the chocolate makes it firm quicker, which stops smudging and makes decorating easier.

Easter Pretzels

Crunchy pretzels coated in chocolate, then decorated with candies and sprinkles to create cheerful Easter-inspired designs.

Prep Time
60 Minutes
Cook Time
~
Total Time
60 Minutes
By: Milly

Category: Holiday & Seasonal

Difficulty: Intermediate

Cuisine: American

Yield: 48 Servings (48 treat-ready pretzels)

Dietary: Vegetarian

Ingredients

→ Main Ingredients

01 48 mini pretzels
02 1 cup of white chocolate discs, melted
03 1 cup of dark chocolate discs, melted

→ Sheep Details

04 24 small edible eyes (about 3/16 inch)
05 3 tablespoons of white nonpareil sprinkles

→ Bunny Details

06 24 super tiny dark blue or black nonpareil sprinkles
07 12 pink heart sprinkles for decorating

→ Extra Toppings

08 2 tablespoons of pastel sprinkle mix

Instructions

Step 01

Break out a microwave-safe bowl and warm the chocolate discs on medium power for 1-2 minutes. Stir them smooth, zapping for 15 seconds more if needed. Pour the melted chocolate into a zip bag, snip a corner, and you've got a handy piping tool.

Step 02

Coat pretzels in white chocolate, shake off any extra, and cool them in the fridge. Use a piping bag to add a little bunny face. Stick on tiny sprinkle eyes and a pink heart for the nose. Draw the whiskers on with a food-safe marker.

Step 03

Dip the pretzels into white chocolate, then quickly sprinkle them with white nonpareils. Let them cool in the fridge. Use dark chocolate to pipe on ears and a face, and stick edible eyes where they go.

Step 04

Cover pretzels in dark chocolate and sprinkle pastel colors right after. Or let them chill first and then drizzle with different-colored white chocolate for a fun twist.

Notes

  1. Store in a tight container at room temp for up to 2 weeks.
  2. Candy melts, almond bark, or regular chocolate all work fine instead of melting discs.
  3. Wrap these in clear bags for a cute homemade present.

Tools You'll Need

  • Microwave-friendly bowl
  • A wax paper-lined tray to cool treats on
  • Plastic bag for piping chocolate
  • Edible marker for drawing

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Contains dairy (chocolate items)

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 44
  • Total Fat: 3 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 5 g
  • Protein: 1 g