Grinch Pretzels make a tasty sweet and salty treat for movie night and parties. These Grinch inspired pretzels are coated in candy melts and topped with sprinkles.
We love to make these fun and whimsical Grinch Pretzels. They are absolutely adorable and so easy to make. The sweet and salty combination tastes amazing and everyone will love them.
This is the perfect Christmas treat to make with the kids for all your holiday parties. We even make these grinch chocolate covered pretzels to watch our favorite Christmas movies for a delicious snack. Grinch Fruit Kabob also make a fun treat.
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What are Grinch Pretzel Bites?
They are an easy to make fun Grinch treats for the holiday season. Salty pretzels are covered in green candy melts and topped with red candy hearts. These grinch treats are so fun and festive for an easy snack for the perfect green color.
If you love the grinch, try Grinch Hot Chocolate Bombs, Grinch Cake Balls, or any of our Festive Grinch Desserts. It would be fun to have an assortment of Grinch desserts to serve to everyone.
Ingredients:
- Mini Pretzel Twists
- Green Candy Melts
- Red Heart Sprinkle
Variations:
- Pretzel Rods. This recipe can easily be adapted to use pretzel rod. Simply dip a portion of the rods in the candy melts and top with sprinkles as normal.
- White chocolate Chips. You can use melted chocolate instead of candy melts if you prefer. Then add in green food coloring for the perfect green color.
- Sprinkles. If you don’t have heart sprinkles, you can drizzle melted red candy melts on each pretzel. You can even use red sugar sprinkles in a pinch.
Step by Step Instructions:
- Step 1 – Prepared Baking Sheet – Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or wax paper to help with cleanup.
Step 2 – Place the green candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl.
Step 3 – Heat in 30 second intervals, stirring after each interval, until fully melted.
Step 4 – Dip half of the mini pretzels twists in the melted candy melts and then place on the baking sheet in a single layer.
Step 5 – Immediately top each one with a heart sprinkle before the candy melts dries.
- Step 6 – Allow to harden. Let the pretzels sit until the candy hardens. It will take 1 to 2 hours. They need to be completely set before storing or they will stick to each other.
- Step 7 – Seve and enjoy Grinch Bites. Then the pretzels are ready to serve and enjoy.
Recipe Tips:
- Allow to harden. The pretzels need to completely set before storing inside the container. This normally takes 1 to 2 hours.
- Add sprinkles right away. Top each pretzel with a red heart as soon as you dip in the candy melts. This will help it to adhere to the pretzel. Don’t wait to do this or the sprinkles might not stick.
How to Store:
Store this grinch themed leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks. Place wax paper in between the pretzels. They do not need to be refrigerated and can be left at room temperature.
Can you Freeze?
Yes, this recipe can easily be frozen. Allow to cool and harden completely. If they have not cooled completely, it will cause a layer of condensation to form on the pretzels.
Place inside an airtight container or bag that is suitable for the freezer.
We suggest putting wax paper in between the layers of pretzels so they do not stick. This treat can be frozen up to 2 months. This method is great for parties and to save time during the holidays.
More Grinch Snacks:
- Grinch Dip Recipe
- Easy Grinch Cookies
- Easy Grinch Cupcakes Recipe
- Grinch Brownies
- Grinch Chocolate Covered Oreos
- Grinch Cookie Bars
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Grinch Pretzels
Ingredients
- 1 bag Mini Pretzel Twists
- 12 ounces Green Candy Melts
- 50 Red Heart Sprinkles
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or wax paper.
- Place the green candy melts in a microwave safe bowl. Heat in 30 second intervals, stirring after each interval, until fully melted.
- Dip half of the mini pretzels twists in the melted candy melts and then place on the baking sheet.
- Immediately top each one with a heart sprinkle before the candy melts dries.
- Let sit until the candy hardens (1-2 hours).
- Then the pretzels are ready to serve and enjoy!
