4th of July Pretzel Rods

Firecracker Pretzel Rods are red white and blue decorated pretzels that are the perfect festive treat for the 4th of July - they're easy to make too!

Course Dessert, Snack

Cuisine American, Holiday, Kids

Keyword 4th of July, 4th of July Pretzel Rods, Patriotic, Pretzel Rods

Prep Time 10

Decorating and Setting Time 50

Total Time 1

Servings Pretzel Rods

Calories 66kcal

Author Stacey aka the Soccer Mom

Equipment

3 Microwave safe bowls

Ingredients

12 pretzel rods
1/2 cup red candy melts
1/2 cup white candy melts
1/2 cup blue candy melts
4th of July Sprinkles

Instructions

To prep: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. This will be where you lay the dipped pretzels to set.
Place 1/2 cup of ONE color of candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave for 30 seconds, then stir. Continue microwaving in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until melted and smooth.
Dip one pretzel rod into the melted candy, until about half of the pretzel rod is coated. Gently shake off any excess candy back into the bowl.
While the candy coating is still wet, sprinkle the patriotic sprinkles on top or roll the coated end of the pretzel in a bowl of sprinkles.
Place the decorated pretzel on your prepared pan to dry. Repeat the process with each color of candy melt until you've decorated all your pretzels.

Notes

Prep Tips:

Setting - It usually takes about 30 minutes to 1 hour for the candy coating to harden at room temperature. To speed up the process, you can place the pan of decorated pretzels in the fridge or freezer for 10 minutes.

Storage - Store your candy coated pretzel rods in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. Keep away from any heat or light sources that could melt the coating.

Nutrition information is an estimate.

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