Nothing says celebration quite like a sweet and salty treat, and these patriotic chocolate dipped pretzel rods deliver on both flavor and fun.
With their classic pretzel crunch coated in smooth chocolate, these eye-catching red, white and blue pretzels are guaranteed to stand out on your Memorial Day or 4th of July treats table. Made with just three ingredients, these chocolate covered pretzel sticks are as simple as they are delicious.
Perfect for prepping ahead, they make an easy 4th of July appetizer for summer BBQs, a crowd-pleasing bake sale favorite, and an easy option when you need festive red white and blue food ideas for your next patriotic celebration.
If you love easy patriotic treats, take a look at these fun rice krispie treats, and these red white and blue jello cups.
Why You’ll Love This Red White And Blue Pretzel Rods Recipe
Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue or packing some patriotic food for a fireworks picnic, there is so much to love about these pretzels dipped in chocolate:
Delicious sweet & salty combo: The crunch of the salty pretzel paired with smooth, creamy chocolate creates an irresistible balance of flavors that everyone will enjoy.
Fun & festive party snacks: With vibrant red, white, and blue colors, these dipped pretzels are a great way to add a patriotic touch to your 4th of July party food spread.
Quick, easy, and kid-friendly: No baking required! This patriotic pretzels recipe is simple to make, making them a fun activity for kids and a stress-free packable treat to transport to 4th of July parties.
Ingredients
To make red white and blue pretzel rods, you’ll need the following ingredients. A complete list of ingredients and quantities can be found in the recipe card below.
- Pretzel sticks: Long pretzel rods work best for these party snacks.
- Candy melts: You’ll need red, white and blue candy melts. If you can’t find them in the baking section of your grocery store, they are available online.
- Sprinkles: Red, white and blue sprinkles in any shape will work – I really like the stars!
How To Make Patriotic Chocolate Dipped Pretzel Rods
Here’s a quick overview of how to make patriotic pretzel rods dipped in chocolate. For the full recipe and ingredient list, scroll down to the printable recipe card.
You’ll need a baking tray, parchment paper, 3 small microwave-safe bowls and a large plate to get started.
Prep: Line a large baking tray or plate with parchment paper to lay the dipped pretzels on.
Melt and dip: Work with one color at a time. Place the first color of candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave at 50% power for 30 seconds, then stir. Continue microwaving in 30 second increments, stirring in between each time, until the candy melts are completely melted and smooth.
Dip: Dip each pretzel rod into the melted chocolate. You may need to tilt the bowl and/or use a spoon to coat half of the stick. Gently shake off any excess chocolate then lay on the lined tray.
Decorate: While the chocolate is still soft, sprinkle the sprinkles over the chocolate coated pretzel. You can sprinkle by hand, or spread the sprinkles on a plate and roll the pretzel rod in the sprinkles.
Repeat: Follow these steps for all three colors!
Set: Allow the dipped pretzel rods to firm up on the tray – it usually takes 15-30 minutes for the chocolate to melt.
If you are in a rush, you can pop them in the fridge for 10 minutes to firm up – but don’t leave them in the fridge as the pretzels will go soft.
How To Store Pretzels Dipped In Chocolate
Store: Store the chocolate dipped pretzels in an airtight container at room temperature.
If it’s hot outside, find the coolest place in your kitchen to store them and perhaps a short burst in the fridge to firm them up before serving.
These snacks can’t be frozen or refrigerated as they will go soft.
Serving Suggestions
When you’re ready to serve, place the pretzel rods in a jar, or on a platter as part of a 4th of July snack board.
They’re also perfect to serve at a Memorial Day BBQ or red, white and blue birthday party celebration.
More Patriotic Treats To Try
- This red white and blue chocolate bark recipe is perfect for snack tables.
- Find festive desserts in this red white and blue desserts collection.
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Patriotic Chocolate Dipped Pretzel Rods
Ingredients
- 12 pretzel rods
- ½ cup red candy melts
- ½ cup blue candy melts
- ½ cup white candy melts
- 2 tablespoons Patriotic star sprinkles red, white and blue
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside. Divide your pretzel rods between the three colors.
- Working with one candy melt color at a time, place a single color of candy melts in a microwave safe bowl. Microwave at 50% power for 30 seconds, then stir. Continue microwaving in 30-second intervals, stirring each time, until the candy melts are fully melted and smooth.
- Dip one pretzel rod into the melted chocolate, tilting the bowl and using a spoon to cover the pretzel evenly. Coat about half the length of the pretzel rod.
- Gently shake off any excess chocolate before placing the pretzel rod on the parchment paper.
- While the chocolate coating is still wet, sprinkle the patriotic sprinkles over the pretzel rod. Sprinkle by hand or roll the wet chocolate coated pretzel in a plate of sprinkles for fuller coverage.
- Repeat for each of the rods then allow them to set completely at room temperature (around 30 minutes) or by popping the tray in the fridge for about 10 minutes. Do not leave in the fridge or the pretzels will soften.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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