Step 1: Prepare Your Workspace
Set a sheet of parchment paper on a baking tray. This will help the wreaths cool and harden without sticking. Have your sprinkles ready so you can decorate quickly before the chocolate sets.
Step 2: Melt the Chocolate
Place the green candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 20–30 second intervals, stirring between each round until smooth, glossy, and fully melted. The chocolate must be warm enough to dip easily but not hot enough to become runny.
Step 3: Dip the Pretzels
Using a fork, dip one mini pretzel into the melted chocolate. Tap off excess chocolate so the pretzel is coated but not dripping. Place each dipped pretzel onto the parchment-lined baking sheet.
Step 4: Form the Wreath Shape
Create a circle using 5–6 dipped pretzels, slightly overlapping them so they stick together as they dry.
For extra structure, add a small dab of chocolate between connecting pretzels as “glue.”
Step 5: Add Decorative Chocolate Leaves
Using a small spoon or piping bag filled with melted chocolate, add little “leaf” details around the top of the wreath. This gives the wreath fullness and helps hold the sprinkles.
Step 6: Add Sprinkles Immediately
Sprinkles must be added while the chocolate is still soft.
Use:
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Red candy pearls for berries
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Green leaf sprinkles for foliage
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Festive jimmies for extra flair
Be generous—these decorations give the wreath that classic Christmas look.
Step 7: Let the Wreaths Set
Allow the pretzel wreaths to rest at room temperature until the chocolate hardens. If you’re in a hurry, place the tray in the refrigerator for 10 minutes.
Step 8: Serve or Package
Once firm, gently peel them from the parchment. You can arrange them on cookie trays, pack in cellophane bags, or store them in cookie tins.
Storage Tips
Room Temperature
Pretzel wreaths stay crunchy for 5–7 days if stored in an airtight container.
Avoid Refrigeration
Fridge storage can soften pretzels over time. Only refrigerate briefly if needed to set chocolate.
Freezing?
Not recommended, as pretzels lose their crisp texture after thawing.
Variations and Creative Ideas
1. Red Chocolate Wreaths
Use red melting chocolate for a different festive look.
2. Chocolate-Dipped Backs
Dip the entire bottom of the wreath in chocolate for extra richness.
3. White Chocolate Snow Wreaths
Use white chocolate and blue sprinkles for a winter wonderland theme.
4. Kids’ Craft Version
Lay out bowls of sprinkles, melted chocolate, and pretzels and let kids design their own wreaths.
5. Pretzel Garland Version
Connect multiple mini wreaths for a long edible garland centerpiece.
Tips for Success
⭐ Melt chocolate slowly to avoid burning.
⭐ Work in small batches so the chocolate doesn’t harden mid-assembly.
⭐ Add sprinkles immediately—once chocolate sets, they won’t stick.
⭐ Use parchment, not foil, for easy removal.
⭐ For perfect circles, lightly trace a circle on parchment as a guide.
Perfect Occasions for Pretzel Wreaths
These little treats are ideal for:
🎄 Christmas cookie exchanges
🎁 Holiday gift baskets
🥳 Office party trays
🍪 School treats
🍷 Holiday charcuterie boards
📦 Mailing to family and friends
Their durability makes them a great choice for shipping—they don’t crumble the way cookies sometimes do.
Conclusion
Holiday Pretzel Wreaths are the ultimate festive treat—cute, crunchy, easy, and oh-so-Christmassy. With only three ingredients and no baking required, they fit perfectly into the busy holiday season. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a complete beginner, these wreaths are guaranteed to impress everyone who sees (and tastes) them.
Make a batch today, share the joy, and add a little edible magic to your holidays! 🎄💚
