A quick and colorful snack that looks like a flower.
introduction
This Flower Pretzel Bites snack is easy and fun to make. Kids can help and you need few ingredients. If you like quick fruit snacks, try a similar idea like the cotton candy grapes recipe for more simple treats.
why make this recipe
Make this recipe because it is fast, colorful, and needs little hands-on time. It is sweet and a little salty, so many people like it. It works for parties, school snacks, or holiday trays. For more quick snack ideas see easy sweet snacks ideas.
how to make Flower Pretzel Bites
You melt white candy on each pretzel, press an M&M in the center, then add six M&Ms around it for petals. Chill until the chocolate sets. They take only a few minutes to make.
Ingredients :
- Wilton white candy melts
- Waffle pretzels
- Pastel M&M’s
- Baking pan
- Parchment paper
- Oven
Directions :
- Preheat oven to 250°.
- Line a baking pan with parchment paper.
- Place pretzels on parchment paper. Note: You can use as many pretzels as you want, as long as they are in a single layer, because they will not expand like cookies.
- Place one white melting candy onto each pretzel.
- Place pan in the oven for three minutes or until candy has melted.
- Take pan out of the oven and place an M&M in the center of the melted chocolate on each pretzel.
- Place 6 M&Ms of another color around the center M&M. These are the flower petals.
- Place pan in the fridge for about 15 minutes or until chocolate is cool.
- Enjoy this tasty spring snack!
how to serve Flower Pretzel Bites
Arrange bites on a flat plate or tray. Serve at room temperature or slightly chilled. They look nice in rows or in a circular pattern to show the flower shape.
how to store Flower Pretzel Bites
Keep them in a single layer in an airtight container. Store in the fridge for up to one week. Bring to room temperature before serving if you want softer chocolate.
tips to make Flower Pretzel Bites
- Use a single layer of pretzels so each candy melts evenly.
- Do not overheat the candy melts. Check at 3 minutes.
- Press the center M&M gently so the petals stay in place.
- Use tweezers or clean fingers to place M&Ms for neat flowers.
variation (if any)
- Use colored candy melts for different centers.
- Swap M&Ms for small chocolate chips or candy pearls.
- Use shaped sprinkles as petals for a different look.
FAQs
Q: Can I use regular chocolate instead of white candy melts?
A: Yes, but white candy melts melt smoothly and set firm. Regular chocolate may need tempering.
Q: Do the pretzels get soft?
A: No, the pretzels stay crisp if you chill the bites after adding the candy.
Q: Can I make these ahead?
A: Yes. Store them in the fridge in a sealed container for up to a week.
Q: What if an M&M falls off?
A: Press it back into the warm candy or re-melt the candy briefly and press again, then chill.
Conclusion
These Flower Pretzel Bites are a quick spring snack you can make with kids and few ingredients. For another simple take on the same idea, see the detailed write-up at Spring Flower Pretzel Bites (Easy 3 Ingredient Recipe!!). You can also read a similar recipe and tips at Spring Flower Pretzel Bites – Sweet and Salty Easter Treat.
Flower Pretzel Bites
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat oven to 250°.
- Line a baking pan with parchment paper.
- Place pretzels on parchment paper in a single layer.
- Place one white melting candy onto each pretzel.
- Place the pan in the oven for three minutes or until the candy has melted.
- Remove the pan from the oven and press an M&M in the center of the melted chocolate on each pretzel.
- Arrange 6 M&Ms around the center M&M as flower petals.
- Refrigerate for about 15 minutes or until the chocolate cools and sets.
- Arrange the bites on a flat plate or tray and serve at room temperature or slightly chilled.
- Keep in a single layer in an airtight container and store in the fridge for up to one week.
- Bring to room temperature before serving if you prefer softer chocolate.