Decadent Peanut Butter Pretzel Bites Recipe for Christmas

Enjoy this delicious peanut butter pretzel bites for Christmas, a perfect blend
of sweet and salty for the holiday festivities. Check it out!

Servings: 10 servings

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Prep Time
30 minutes

Cook Time
20 minutes

Total Time
50 minutes

Course:

Snack

Cuisine:

American

Keywords:

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Instructions

1 In a medium bowl, combine the peanut butter, confectioners' sugar, and softened
butter. Mix until you have a dough-like consistency. I learned the hard way that
if the butter isn't softened, you'll end up with a clumpy mixture. Patience is
key here; let the butter sit out until it's just right.
2 Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Roll the peanut butter mixture into
small balls, about 1 teaspoon each. Press one ball between two pretzel snaps,
gently but firmly enough to make a sandwich without the peanut butter squeezing
out the sides. This step is all about balance; too much pressure and you'll
break the pretzels, too little and your bites won't hold together.
3 Place the pretzel sandwiches on the prepared baking sheet and freeze for at
least 20 minutes. This is crucial as it solidifies the peanut butter, ensuring
it doesn't leak when dipped into the warm chocolate later on.
4 When you're ready to coat the bites in chocolate, place the chocolate chips and
coconut oil in a heatproof bowl. Melt over a pot of simmering water (double
boiler method), stirring constantly until smooth and glossy. I once tried
melting chocolate directly in a pot and ended up with a grainy, burnt mess. The
double boiler method is gentle and gives you control, preventing the chocolate
from seizing.
5 Using a fork, dip each pretzel sandwich into the melted chocolate, turning to
coat evenly. Let the excess chocolate drip off by tapping the fork on the edge
of the bowl. This technique took me a few tries to master, but it's the secret
to a smooth, even coating without a pool of chocolate at the base of each bite.
6 Place the chocolate-coated bites back onto the parchment paper. If you're using
sea salt flakes, now is the time to sprinkle a few on top of each bite. The salt
not only enhances the flavor but also adds a gourmet touch. I learned that if
you wait too long, the salt won't stick to the chocolate as it sets.
7 Refrigerate the peanut butter pretzel bites for at least 30 minutes to set the
chocolate. This waiting period is non-negotiable; it ensures that the chocolate
hardens with a snap, contrasting beautifully with the creamy peanut butter
filling.

Decadent Peanut Butter Pretzel Bites Recipe for Christmas

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