Save A fun, no-bake dessert featuring layers of crunchy pretzel sticks and smooth chocolate, perfect for parties or a quick sweet treat.
This recipe quickly became a favorite at family gatherings because everyone loves the combination of salty and sweet.
Ingredients
- 150 g (about 5 oz) salted pretzel sticks: crunchy base for the stacks
- 200 g (7 oz) semi-sweet chocolate chips: to melt and coat the pretzels
- 100 g (3.5 oz) white chocolate chips: for drizzling and decoration
- 2 tbsp mini chocolate candies (optional): garnish for added texture and color
- 2 tbsp chopped toasted nuts (optional): garnish for crunch and flavor
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
- Step 2:
- Arrange small clusters of pretzel sticks (about 6–8 sticks per stack) spaced apart on the prepared baking sheet.
- Step 3:
- Melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth.
- Step 4:
- Using a spoon, drizzle or coat each pretzel cluster generously with melted semi-sweet chocolate, ensuring the pretzels stick together.
- Step 5:
- Melt the white chocolate chips in a separate bowl using the same method. Drizzle the white chocolate over the chocolate-covered pretzel stacks for a decorative effect.
- Step 6:
- Immediately sprinkle with mini chocolate candies or chopped toasted nuts if desired.
- Step 7:
- Let the stacks sit at room temperature until the chocolate sets, or refrigerate for 15 minutes for quicker setting.
- Step 8:
- Once set, gently lift the stacks off the baking sheet and serve.
Save Making these pretzel stacks always brings back memories of family parties where everyone eagerly reached for seconds.
Required Tools
Microwave-safe bowls, spoon, baking sheet, parchment paper or silicone mat
Allergen Information
Contains wheat (pretzels), milk (chocolate), and may contain tree nuts (if using nuts). Some chocolate candies may contain soy or additional allergens – check labels.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
Calories: 170, Total Fat: 7 g, Carbohydrates: 26 g, Protein: 2 g
Save This dessert is as delightful to make as it is to eat, making it a perfect choice for a quick sweet fix.
Recipe Q&A Section
- → What type of chocolate works best for coating?
Semi-sweet chocolate chips melt smoothly and provide a balanced flavor, but you can swap with milk or dark chocolate based on preference.
- → Can I prepare the stacks ahead of time?
Yes, once set, the stacks can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
- → How do I ensure the pretzel sticks stick together?
Generously coat the pretzel clusters with melted chocolate, which acts as the adhesive holding the sticks in place after setting.
- → Are there any toppings recommended for extra texture?
Mini chocolate candies and chopped toasted nuts enhance texture and appearance when sprinkled over the stacks before they set.
- → What equipment is needed to prepare these stacks?
You'll need microwave-safe bowls, a spoon, a baking sheet, and parchment paper or a silicone mat for easy assembly and cleanup.
- → How long does it take for the stacks to set?
The stacks set at room temperature within a short time, or faster if refrigerated for about 15 minutes.