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Colorful butterfly pretzels decorated for a festive snack

Colorful Butterfly Pretzels

Bright, crunchy pretzels shaped like butterflies that combine salty and sweet flavors, perfect for parties and kid-friendly activities.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 12 pretzels
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Party Food
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 1 cup Pretzel twists Use medium-thick twists to support wings.
  • 1 cup Melting chocolate (white, milk, or dark) Choose good-quality melting chocolate.
Decoration Ingredients
  • 1 cup Candy melts Use various colors for butterfly wings.
  • 1/4 cup Sprinkles or edible glitter For visual pop and texture.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Melt the chocolate and candy melts in separate bowls, microwaving in 20-30 second bursts until smooth.
  2. Dip the pretzel twists into the melted chocolate, ensuring the center knot is well-coated.
Assembly
  1. Spoon small pools of different colored candy onto either side of the coated pretzel to form wings.
  2. Sprinkle with edible glitter or sprinkles while the chocolate is still wet.
  3. Let the pretzels cool and harden before serving, about 10-15 minutes in the fridge.

Notes

Store in an airtight container separated by parchment paper, refrigerating for best texture up to 7 days. Freeze for longer storage up to 2 months.