Halloween Pretzel Rolo Bites
These Halloween Pretzel Rolo Bites are the perfect combination of salty, sweet and spooky, with crunchy pretzels, gooey caramel chocolates and creepy candy eyes.
Ready with just 10 minutes of prep and 3 minutes in the oven, these easy Halloween treats are perfect for parties, classroom celebrations or a fun afternoon snack.
Why This Recipe is a Winner!
- Quick and easy – Just 10 minutes of prep and 3 minutes in the oven.
- Kid-friendly – Kids can help arrange the chocolates and add the candy eyeballs.
- Great for Halloween parties – They’re bite-sized, easy to grab and look fun on a Halloween dessert table.
- Easy to customize – Swap in different Hershey’s Kisses, Rolos, candy melts or M&M’s.
- Minimal ingredients – You only need pretzels, chocolates and candy eyes to make them.
- Easy to make a big batch – Double or triple the recipe when you’re feeding a Halloween crowd.
Prep Time:
10 minutes
Cook Time:
3 minutes
Yield:
24 pretzel bites
Ingredients You'll Need
- 24 snaps pretzels
- 12 Rolo chocolates, unwrapped
- 12 Hershey’s hugs, unwrapped
- 12 large candy eyes
- 24 small candy eyes
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Step By Step Instructions
STEP 1:
I lined a baking sheet with parchment paper and spread out the pretzels in a single layer on the baking sheet.
STEP 2:
I placed the Rolo chocolates and Hershey's hugs on top of the pretzels.
STEP 3:
I placed the baking sheet in a preheated oven just long enough to melt the chocolates.
STEP 4:
I placed candy eyes on top of the chocolate and pressed them down into the melted chocolate to make them stick.
STEP 5:
I let the pretzel bites sit for 30 minutes to allow the chocolate to set.
Every bite of these Halloween Pretzel Rolo Bites delivers a satisfying crunch followed by melty chocolate and sweet, gooey caramel.
The salty pretzels balance all that sweetness perfectly, making these spooky little treats dangerously easy to keep popping into your mouth.
If you are looking for a simple Halloween treat recipe, then you need to try these Halloween Pretzel Rolo Bites!
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make Halloween Pretzel Rolo Bites ahead of time?
- Yes! You can make these pretzel bites a day or two ahead of time. Allow the chocolate to set completely before transferring them to an airtight container.
How should I store Halloween Pretzel Rolo Bites?
- Store them in an airtight container at room temperature in a cool, dry place. If your kitchen is warm, you can refrigerate them to keep the chocolate firm.
Can I use different types of pretzels?
- Absolutely. Pretzel snaps work especially well because they provide a flat surface for the chocolates, but mini twists or round pretzels can also be used.
Halloween Pretzel Rolo Bites
These Halloween Pretzel Rolo Bites are the perfect combination of salty, sweet and spooky, with crunchy pretzels, gooey caramel chocolates and creepy candy eyes.
Ready with just 10 minutes of prep and 3 minutes in the oven, these easy Halloween treats are perfect for parties, classroom celebrations or a fun afternoon snack.
Ingredients
- 24 snaps pretzels
- 12 Rolo chocolates, unwrapped
- 12 Hershey’s hugs, unwrapped
- 12 large candy eyes
- 24 small candy eyes
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 250F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Spread the pretzels out onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Top each pretzel with a Rolo or Hershey’s hug.
- Bake for 3 minutes, just enough to soften the chocolate.
- Remove from the oven and then top each Rolo with a large candy eye and top each hug with two small candy eyes.
- Gently press down so the eyes stick. If you want to add to the spooky factor, press the large eyes into the Rolos until it cracks just a little and some caramel will spill out. It will harden back up once set!
- Let the pretzel bites sit for 30 minutes before serving so the chocolate and caramel sets.
- Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 24 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 285Total Fat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 526mgCarbohydrates: 54gFiber: 2gSugar: 8gProtein: 6g
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