These Spooky Halloween Pretzels are a fun, easy and festive treat that’s perfect for Halloween parties or school celebrations. Pretzel rods are dipped in chocolate and candy melts, then topped with creepy-cute sprinkles for a snack that’s as delicious as it is eerie!
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It doesn’t get much more simple than chocolate-dipped pretzels, but that doesn’t mean this kid-friendly treat can’t be the standout dessert at your Halloween bash!
I’ve taken salted pretzel rods and transformed them into creepy, crawly chocolate-covered Halloween pretzels, and I’ve got all the tips and shopping lists for you to whip up these spooky sweets in minutes.
Plus, if you’re looking to elevate your Halloween dessert table, check out my Halloween cupcakes, Double Stuf Oreo cookie bats or explore more of my favorite Halloween dessert recipes for more spooky inspiration!
How to Make Bloody Witches’ Fingers Pretzels
If basic sprinkles, beady-eyed mummies and crushed bug Halloween pretzels aren’t for you, then allow me to introduce you to Bloody Witches’ Fingers Pretzels!
Here’s what you’ll need:
- Salted pretzel rods
- Green candy melts
- Black gel food coloring
- Sliced almonds
- Red gel food coloring
Brushing the sliced almonds with black food coloring adds an extra touch of authenticity to the witches’ fingers, while a simple squeeze of red gel food coloring creates the perfect bloody drip. To make the knuckle indentations, allow the candy coating to set partially then use a knife to make indentations along each finger.
How to Make Mummy Pretzels
If you’re looking for a sweet treat that’s as adorable as it is spooky, mummy pretzels are the perfect choice!
Here’s what you’ll need:
- Salted pretzel rods
- White chocolate
- Vegetable oil
- Candy eyes
To bring these covered pretzels to life, start by melting the white chocolate with a splash of vegetable oil for a smooth coating. Dip the pretzel rods in the melted chocolate, allowing any excess to drip off. Next, drizzle more white chocolate over the coated pretzels to create mummy wraps. While the chocolate is still wet, place candy eyes on top, and feel free to immediately add sprinkles for extra flair. Let the chocolate set completely, and then watch these adorable mummy pretzels disappear from your Halloween spread!
How to Color Chocolate for Halloween Pretzels
There are two options when it comes to coating your pretzels: chocolate or candy melts. I used a mix to create these designs, with white chocolate for the mummy-inspired pretzels and green candy melts for the bloody witches’ fingers and the base under the crushed bugs. I repeat: CRUSHED BUGS.
You can buy green candy melts at some grocery stores or online, but if you’d rather go the colored chocolate route, there’s only one simple rule to follow: Use gel-based (rather than water-based) food coloring.
Chocolate and water are not buddies, and mixing the two will cause your chocolate to seize and crumble. Gel-based food coloring (I’ve linked to my fave brand) can be mixed seamlessly into melted white chocolate and comes in every color of the rainbow.
Where to Buy Halloween Pretzel Decorations
Now let’s get to the fun stuff: all of those adorably spooky Halloween pretzel toppings. I’ve searched far and wide for the best ways to top these festive rods and rounded up my favorites below:
Read on for the recipe and tips on how to dip and dunk with success then grab the kids and let them get in on the decorating fun.
Now who is ready to win Halloween? You are!
Ingredients
- White chocolate
- Vegetable oil
- Green candy melts
- Salted pretzel rods
- Halloween sprinkles
- Candy eyes
- Bug sprinkles
- Sliced almonds
- Red gel food coloring
- Black gel food coloring
Instructions
- Melt the white chocolate in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between each increment, until it is smooth. If it is too thick to dip or drizzle, thin it with vegetable oil, 1 teaspoon at a time, as needed.
- Melt the candy melts per the package instructions.
- Dip the pretzel rods in your preferred coating and then decorate as desired. To make the witches' fingers, use a knife to create indentations for knuckles. Coat the almonds with black food coloring then use a dollop of chocolate or candy melt to adhere them to the tops of the dipped pretzels. Drizzle the red food coloring around the edges of the almond nails to make the blood.
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Recipe by Kelly Senyei of Just a Taste. Please do not reprint this recipe without my permission. If you'd like to feature this recipe on your site, please rewrite the method of preparation and link to this post as the original source.
I’m wanting to use your recipe for my daughters Boo baby shower. I was just wondering how many days they are good for? Trying to get ahead of schedule. Thank you
Hi Shawna! That sounds like such a fun baby shower! These partially coated pretzels will stay fresh for about 2-3 weeks when stored in an airtight container at room temperature. :)
Love these pretzels! Made the mummy ones last night!
I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Amy!