Chocolate Caramel Pretzel Wands
Pretzel rods hand-twisted in soft caramel and dipped in chocolate — a simple, show-stopping treat for any Harry Potter themed gathering.
Ingredients
- 1 (11 oz.) bag Kraft caramels
- Chocolate almond bark
- 12 pretzel rods
- Optional: sprinkles or chopped peanuts
Instructions
- Knead the caramels with warm hands until soft and pliable — they should stretch easily without cracking. If needed, microwave for a few seconds to soften. Roll each caramel into a rope about ¼" wide and 8" long.
- Starting at the top of the pretzel rod, twist the caramel rope down the length of the rod, pressing gently as you go to help it adhere.
- Melt the chocolate almond bark according to package directions. Pour into a tall drinking glass — a glass works better than a bowl for getting even coverage on the full length of the rod.
- Dip each caramel-wrapped pretzel into the chocolate, letting the excess drip back into the glass until the dripping slows. The chocolate should coat the caramel evenly without pooling at the bottom.
- Lay each wand on a sheet of waxed paper. Add sprinkles or chopped peanuts immediately, before the chocolate sets.
- Allow the chocolate to cool and harden completely before handling or displaying.