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Halloween Mummy Pretzels

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These adorable mummy pretzels combine the perfect sweet-and-salty balance with a spooky Halloween twist. With just a few simple ingredients, you can transform ordinary pretzel rods into festive treats that feature white chocolate 'bandages' and candy eyes for a hauntingly cute effect. They're quick to make and guaranteed to disappear fast at any Halloween gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 pretzels
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 185
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1-2 teaspoons neutral oil or coconut oil optional, for thinning the coating
  • 24 candy eyes
  • 2 cups white chocolate or white candy melts about 12 ounces
  • Black gel food coloring optional, for adding pupil detail
  • 12 pretzel rods

Equipment

  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Microwave-safe cup or tall jar

Method
 

  1. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
  2. Pour the candy eyes into a small bowl for easy access during assembly.
  3. Place the white chocolate or candy melts in a microwave-safe cup or tall jar (taller containers work better for dipping).
  4. Microwave the chocolate at 50% power in 30-second intervals, stirring between each burst until completely smooth and melted.
  5. If the melted coating seems too thick, stir in ½ to 1 teaspoon of neutral oil or coconut oil to achieve the desired consistency.
  6. Dip each pretzel rod about three-quarters of the way into the melted coating, scraping the bottom against the rim of your container and gently tapping to remove excess.
  7. Place the dipped pretzels on the prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each one.
  8. Transfer the remaining white coating into a small zip-top bag or piping bag and snip off a tiny corner.
  9. Drizzle the coating back and forth across each pretzel in zigzag patterns to create the mummy "bandage" look, being sure to leave a small gap for the face.
  10. While the drizzle is still tacky, quickly press two candy eyes into the gap on each pretzel.
  11. Allow the mummy pretzels to stand at room temperature for 20-30 minutes until completely set, or refrigerate for 5-10 minutes to speed up the process.
  12. Once set, gently peel the mummy pretzels from the parchment paper and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 185kcal

Notes

For best results, make sure your candy eyes are ready before you start dipping, as timing matters when adding them to the partially set chocolate. If you're using real white chocolate instead of candy melts, add 1 teaspoon of shortening or coconut oil to help it melt smoothly.
These mummy pretzels can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. For gifting, package them in clear treat bags tied with spooky ribbon.
Try using colored candy melts in Halloween hues like orange, green, or purple for a fun variation. You can also make mini versions using pretzel sticks instead of rods for bite-sized treats.

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