Turtle Pretzel Rods

Turtle Pretzel Rods combine sweet and salty flavors into a delightful treat perfect for any occasion, making them a favorite for gatherings and cozy nights.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 10

Total Time 25

Servings: 24 pretzel rods

Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American

Calories: 150

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

For the Pretzel Rods

24 pieces pretzel rods About one 12 oz. bag of pretzel rods.
11 oz. caramels Soft and creamy for a sweet base.
1 tablespoon water Helps melt the caramels.
12 oz. chocolate candy melts or Almond Bark coating For coating the pretzel rods.
2 teaspoons shortening To create a silky texture for the melted chocolate.
1/2 cup finely chopped pecans Adds nutty crunch.

Method

Preparation

Cover a cookie sheet with aluminum foil and spray with non-stick cooking spray.

Melt the Caramels

In a small saucepan, combine caramels and water. Melt over low heat, stirring continuously until smooth.

Dip the Pretzel Rods

Dip about 2/3 of each pretzel rod into the hot caramel, allowing excess to drip back into the saucepan. Place dipped rods on the greased sheet to cool.

Melt the Chocolate Coating

In a small deep bowl, melt the chocolate candy melts (or almond bark) and shortening in the microwave, heating in 30-second intervals and stirring until smooth.

Coat with Chocolate

Once caramel-coated pretzels have cooled, dip the caramel end into the melted chocolate, allowing excess to drip back into the bowl. Return to the foil-lined sheet.

Add the Pecans

Immediately sprinkle finely chopped pecans over the wet chocolate coating, then let the pretzel rods stand until the chocolate sets.

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. For larger batches, keep the caramel warm in the microwave if it thickens. Experiment with different nuts or drizzle with white chocolate for variation.