Spooky Spider Leg Chocolate Pretzels (Print)

Chocolate-dipped pretzel rods decorated for a festive, spooky Halloween snack everyone will love.

# Components:

→ Main Components

01 - 24 large pretzel rods
02 - 7 oz dark or milk chocolate, chopped
03 - 1.75 oz white chocolate, chopped

→ Decorations

04 - 2 tbsp black sprinkles or chocolate vermicelli
05 - 24 mini candy eyes (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Place the dark or milk chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl. Melt in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth and fully melted.
03 - Dip each pretzel rod by halfway into the melted dark chocolate, swirling to achieve an even coating. Allow any excess chocolate to drip off.
04 - Place the coated pretzel rods onto the prepared baking sheet.
05 - Immediately sprinkle the still-wet chocolate coating with black sprinkles or chocolate vermicelli to create a textured, spider leg appearance.
06 - In a separate bowl, melt the white chocolate. Transfer it to a piping bag or a small zip-top bag with a corner snipped off.
07 - Pipe thin, zigzag 'web' lines over the chocolate-coated portion of each pretzel rod.
08 - If using, gently press a mini candy eye near the tip of each pretzel rod to enhance the spooky effect.
09 - Refrigerate the pretzel wraps for 15 minutes, or until the chocolate has completely solidified.
10 - Arrange the finished pretzel wraps on a platter, presenting them as 'spider legs'.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 25 minutes from start to finish
  • Perfect make ahead Halloween party treat
  • Simple enough for kids to help with
  • Creates a dramatic spooky presentation with minimal effort
  • Uses basic ingredients available at most grocery stores
02 -
  • These treats can be made up to 3 days in advance
  • The combination of sweet and salty flavors creates an addictive snack
  • Each pretzel provides a perfect individual serving size
  • The dramatic presentation requires minimal artistic skill
03 -
  • Work in small batches when dipping the pretzels so your chocolate stays at the optimal temperature
  • If chocolate begins to thicken while working, microwave for an additional 10 seconds
  • For extra stability when serving, push the plain ends of the pretzels into a styrofoam block covered with black tissue paper

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