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Caramel Dipped Pretzels

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 20 dipped pretzels

Ingredients
  

  • 1 11 oz bag soft caramel candies (like Kraft), unwrapped
  • 2 tbsp heavy cream
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips or melting wafers
  • Optional toppings: chopped peanuts mini M&Ms, sprinkles, crushed toffee, flaky sea salt

Instructions
 

  • Prep your setup: Line a baking sheet with parchment. Have toppings ready.
  • Melt the caramel: In a heatproof bowl, microwave caramels and cream in 30-second bursts, stirring until smooth.
  • Dip the pretzels: Dip each pretzel rod about 2/3 of the way in caramel, letting excess drip off. Lay on parchment to set for 10–15 minutes.
  • Melt the chocolate: In a clean bowl, melt chocolate chips in 20–30 second bursts, stirring until smooth.
  • Add the chocolate layer: Dip set caramel pretzels halfway in chocolate. Immediately add toppings before chocolate hardens.
  • Let them set: Allow pretzels to set at room temp or speed it up in the fridge.

Notes

  • Use candy melts for a super smooth, shiny finish.
  • Make ahead and store in airtight container up to 1 week.
  • Double the batch — they go fast!