Peanut Butter Pretzel Bites make the perfect sweet and salty treat. They are easy to make and only require a handful ingredients.
The chocolate covered peanut butter pretzel bites are fun to make and perfect to enjoy for any occasion. The crunchy texture and soft center makes this treat everyone’s favorite.
My family loves this chocolate and peanut butter dessert recipe. Make sure to check out these other family favorites. Like these Quick and Easy Rolo Pretzels Recipe, Easy Saltine Cracker Toffee Recipe, Sweet Chex Mix or these 3 Ingredient Pecan Rolo Pretzels. Bite size treats always make the perfect dessert, you may also love these Cool Whip Candy.
Why We Love This Recipe
When my family gets together, someone is always bringing these pretzel bites. The simple ingredients makes these bite-size treat a must for any occasion. Feel free to make them when a variety of ingredients for a crowd pleasing treat.
Ingredients
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Variations Ideas
- Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips – We used chocolate wafers, but you can easily use chocolate chips to make these chocolate peanut butter pretzel bites. Use white chocolate chips or dark chocolate chips for a delicious variation. Feel free to also use different color of wafers for a fun twist.
- Pretzels – Make these chocolate pretzels with the pretzel twist or the square pretzels.
- Toppings – Top the chocolate with sea salt, sprinkles, or chopped nuts such as peanuts or walnuts.
Step by Step Instructions
Step 1 – Mix together the butter and peanut butter with a hand held mixer until smooth and creamy. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Step 2 – Slowly add in the powdered sugar until the mixture hold together but is no longer sticky. Refrigerate the mixture for 30 minutes.
Step 3 – Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Lay half of the pretzels in a single layer on the baking sheet.
Step 4 – Scoop out approximately ½ tablespoon of the peanut butter mixture and roll it in to the ball. Top each pretzel with a peanut butter ball. Continue until all the pretzels are topped with peanut butter ball.
Step 5 – Then press another pretzel on top and gently press down to hold the pretzel onto the creamy peanut butter filling. Continue until all have been topped. Refrigerate while you prepare the chocolate.
Step 6 – Place the chocolate wafer in a medium bowl. Heat in 30 second intervals, stirring after each interval until fully melted.
Step 7 – Dip the pretzel bites halfway into the melted and place them back onto the parchment paper.
Step 8 – Let the peanut butter filled pretzels set until the chocolate re-hardens. Then they are ready to serve and enjoy!
Recipe Tips
- Melting Chocolate – When melting chocolate use a microwave-safe bowl for best results. Make sure to scrape the side of the bowl to make sure the chocolate is completely melted.
- Adding in Powdered Sugar – When adding in the powdered sugar make sure to not add to much. You want the dough to be sticky so it is easy to roll into balls.
- Allow Chocolate to Harden – After dipping the peanut butter pretzels into the chocolate, place back on the baking sheet. This allows for the chocolate to harden and then they are ready to serve.
- Adding Toppings – If adding sprinkles or nuts make sure to do it quickly after the peanut butter filled pretzel is dipped into chocolate. This allows for it to stick properly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Refrigerate the leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks. Â
We think they are great in the freezer. We usually place them in a freezer safe container or zip lock bag. They will stay fresh for up to 3 month. You can easily take out a few at a time for a sweet treat.
More Easy Peanut Butter Recipes
- Peanut Butter Cupcakes
- Chocolate Peanut Butter Cupcakes
- Chocolate Peanut Butter Popcorn
- Peanut Butter Icebox Cake
- Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls with Rice Krispies
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Peanut Butter Pretzel Bites
Ingredients
- â…” Creamy Peanut Butter
- ¼ cup Salted Butter softened
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 1 ¼ cup Powdered Sugar
- 100 Mini Twist Pretzels
- 10 ounces Chocolate Melting Wafers
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Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and peanut butter with a hand mixer until smooth and creamy.
- Mix in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until a soft dough forms that is no longer sticky.
- Refrigerate the peanut butter mixture for 30 minutes.
- Line a baking sheet or tray with parchment paper and arrange 50 pretzels in a single layer.
- Scoop about ½ tablespoon of the peanut butter mixture, roll it into a ball, and place one on each pretzel.
- Top each with a second pretzel and gently press to create a sandwich.
- Refrigerate the pretzel sandwiches while you melt the chocolate.
- Place the chocolate melting wafers in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until smooth and melted.
- Dip each pretzel bite halfway into the melted chocolate. Place back on the parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Let the chocolate set completely at room temperature or refrigerate for 10-15 minutes until hardened.
- Serve immediately or store in an airtight container.
I made these for high school students and they loved them.
Do you think the chocolate it seemed a little thick?
Connie – Yay! I’m so glad that they all enjoyed them. If the chocolate is too thick, you can thin it down with a bit of oil. I find that vegetable oil or coconut oil works best and just add a little bit at a time and stir until it’s the consistency that you prefer.
What about the vanilla? If you’re not going to use it, couldn’t you just NOT use bourbon and drink it later?
So sorry for the confusion. I stir the vanilla extract in with the peanut butter and butter mixture. I have updated the recipe. If you would like, you can also save it and just drink it later! hahaha