Caramel Apple Pretzel Bites Recipe
These Caramel Apple Pretzel Bites are irresistible bite-sized snacks combining sweet, salty, and crunchy flavors. Softened Rolo candies melt over crunchy pretzels and juicy Granny Smith apple slices, topped with drizzled chocolate and toffee bits for extra indulgence. Perfect for parties or a fun snack!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 48 pretzel bites 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 48 Snaps pretzels
- 48 Rolo candy, unwrapped
- ¼ cup chocolate candy melts
- ¼ cup Heath Bars, crushed (or toffee bits)
- 2 Granny Smith apples
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 250 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for melting the Rolos gently without burning.
- Prepare the baking sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lay out the 48 pretzels spaced evenly.
- Add Rolo candies: Unwrap each Rolo candy and place one on top of each pretzel for the caramel base.
- Warm the Rolos: Place the baking sheet in the oven and heat for about 3 minutes, or just until the Rolos begin to soften and melt slightly.
- Add apple slices: Slice the Granny Smith apples into small pieces and place one piece on top of each softened Rolo, gently pressing down to adhere.
- Melt the chocolate: Place the chocolate candy melts into a piping or zip-lock bag and microwave in 30-second intervals, kneading between intervals until fully melted. Alternatively, melt using a spoon or fork to drizzle.
- Drizzle chocolate: Use the melted chocolate to drizzle generously over each pretzel bite for a decorative and flavorful finish.
- Add toffee bits: Sprinkle crushed Heath Bars or toffee bits over the chocolate-drizzled pretzels to add a satisfying crunch and extra sweetness.
- Let set: Allow the pretzel bites to rest at room temperature until the chocolate hardens and the candies set for about 10-15 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use Granny Smith apples for a tart contrast to the sweet caramel and chocolate.
- Ensure not to overheat the Rolos; they should soften but not fully melt to keep the shape.
- You can substitute Heath Bars with any toffee bits or chopped nuts for added texture.
- Store leftover pretzel bites in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days to maintain freshness.
- For easier chocolate drizzling, use a piping bag, but a spoon or fork works well too.
- To speed up setting, place the finished bites in the refrigerator for 5-10 minutes.
Keywords: Caramel Apple Pretzel Bites, sweet and salty snacks, Rolo pretzels, apple snacks, toffee pretzel bites, easy party snacks
