5 Spooky Halloween Pretzel Rods
We are so excited that Halloween season is officially here! There are so many deliciously easy kid-friendly treats to make for any class party or other spooky get-togethers. Decorating Pretzel Rods is a popular treat for a variety of holidays, and we are loving these 3 eerily easy ways to decorate for monster bashes.
5 Spooky Halloween Pretzel Rods
The main steps will be the same for each rod, while the instructions for toppings will vary.
You will need:
- 1-2 cup Ghirardelli Vanilla Chocolate Chips (#1306)
- 1 bag pretzel rods
To decorate:
- Kirkland Almonds (#1294), Hallow’s Eve Sprinkle Set (#1778), Boo Bash Sprinkle Set (#1779), Candy Corns, Food Coloring (or colored chocolate melts), or any small Halloween candy like M&M’s, Reese’s Pieces, etc.
Instructions:
- To begin, line a cookie sheet (#4020) with parchment paper (#1153).
- Then, melt the vanilla chips by placing into a bowl and microwaving for 30-second intervals, stirring between, until the chocolate is smooth.
- Dip one pretzel rod into the chocolate, or use a spoon to cover 1/2-2/3 of the rod.
- Add toppings- find instructions below.
- Allow to set before serving.
To make Ghost Pretzel Rods:
- Using food coloring, dye a small portion of the melted chips black.
- Once the melted vanilla has set, use a toothpick to carefully draw the ghost faces. Be careful not to press too hard, or it will scrape the chocolate underneath.
Frankenstein Pretzels
- Mix green food coloring into vanilla chips. Dip the pretzel rod, and plate two eye sprinkles from Boo Bash Sprinkle Set (#1779) near the top of the rod. Allow it to set.
- Then, dip the top again to make the hair, and immediately sprinkle with black sprinkles. Use a toothpick to draw the mouth in a zigzag fashion.
To make Halloween Witches Fingers:
- Before dipping the pretzel into the melted chocolate, add green food coloring to get the desired color.
- Then, dip each rod into the mixture. It doesn’t need to be smooth. Immediately press almonds on the tip of the rod.
Candy Pretzels
- After dipping your pretzel rod in chocolate, immediately top as desired.
Try using sprinkles, candy corn, or other small Halloween candies. For a simple decorated pretzel, use food coloring to dye the vanilla chips various colors to drizzle.
To make Spooky Mummy Pretzel Rods:
- Immediately after dipping in melted vanilla chips, place two eye sprinkles from Boo Bash Sprinkle Set (#1779) near the top of the rod. Allow the chocolate to harden.
- Once it has set, drizzle additional chocolate across the pretzel to resemble a mummy-wrap
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