These Merry Christmas Wreath Pretzels are a great holiday baking idea for kids. They’re decorated with fresh apple stars, colorful berries, sprinkles, and a drizzle of chocolate, making them both beautiful and delicious. Great for holiday parties, family gatherings, or even as a sweet gift for neighbors and friends.

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I love this recipe because it’s easy to make, yet the finished wreaths look impressive. It’s a fun way to get everyone involved in holiday baking while making a treat that doubles as a pretty decoration for your dessert table.

If you love this recipe, try also my Christmas Wreath Sugar Cookies and Festive Wreath Charcuterie Board.

How to Make Christmas Wreath Pretzels

Ingredients you’ll need for this recipe

28 pretzels
1 apple
1 chocolate bar (preferably 85% cocoa for a rich flavor)
1 tsp sprinkles
1 tsp colored coconut flakes
1 tsp powdered sugar
10 viburnum berries
A little lemon juice

Step-by-Step Guide

1. Start by cutting out four star shapes and a few snowflakes from the apple. Remember, apple slices can brown quickly, so sprinkle them with a little lemon juice to keep them looking fresh.

2. Soak the star-shaped apple pieces in a cup of water mixed with red food coloring for about 15 minutes. After soaking, gently blot them dry with a paper towel.

3. Line a baking sheet with a silicone mat or parchment paper. Arrange seven pretzels in a circle to form a wreath. Repeat this process to create three more wreaths, spacing them out on the baking sheet.

4. Melt the chocolate using a double boiler or in the microwave, stirring until smooth. Using a pastry syringe or a teaspoon, drizzle the melted chocolate in a swirling pattern over the pretzels. Place additional pretzels on top of the chocolate, aligning them so they fit into the gaps of the lower layer. Drizzle more chocolate over the top layer of pretzels.

5. While the chocolate is still soft, place the apple stars and snowflakes onto the wreaths. Sprinkle with colored sprinkles, coconut flakes, and a dusting of powdered sugar. Add the viburnum berries for a pop of color and a touch of natural beauty.

6. Let the decorated wreaths cool in the refrigerator for about 2 hours. This will allow the chocolate to harden and set properly.

7. Once set, transfer the wreaths to a festive tray dusted with powdered sugar.

Serve and Enjoy!

Important Recipe Notes

Sprinkle the apple with lemon juice immediately after cutting to prevent browning.
Soaking apple stars in water with red food coloring gives them a brighter, festive color. Blot dry carefully before adding to the wreath.
Work while the chocolate is still soft so it sticks well to the pretzels and toppings.
For layering pretzels, place the second layer carefully to fill gaps and create a full wreath shape.
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to ensure the chocolate sets and the wreath holds its shape.
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Bring to room temperature before serving for the best flavor.

Prep Time:25

Chilling Time:2

Total Time:2 25

Ingredients

28 pretzels
1 apple
1 chocolate bar (preferably 85% cocoa for a rich flavor)
1 tsp sprinkles
1 tsp colored coconut flakes
1 tsp powdered sugar
10 viburnum berries
A little lemon juice

Instructions

Start by cutting out four star shapes and a few snowflakes from the apple. Remember, apple slices can brown quickly, so sprinkle them with a little lemon juice to keep them looking fresh.
Soak the star-shaped apple pieces in a cup of water mixed with red food coloring for about 15 minutes. After soaking, gently blot them dry with a paper towel.
Line a baking sheet with a silicone mat or parchment paper. Arrange seven pretzels in a circle to form a wreath. Repeat this process to create three more wreaths, spacing them out on the baking sheet.
Melt the chocolate using a double boiler or in the microwave, stirring until smooth. Using a pastry syringe or a teaspoon, drizzle the melted chocolate in a swirling pattern over the pretzels. Place additional pretzels on top of the chocolate, aligning them so they fit into the gaps of the lower layer. Drizzle more chocolate over the top layer of pretzels.
While the chocolate is still soft, place the apple stars and snowflakes onto the wreaths. Sprinkle with colored sprinkles, coconut flakes, and a dusting of powdered sugar. Add the viburnum berries for a pop of color and a touch of natural beauty.
Let the decorated wreaths cool in the refrigerator for about 2 hours.
Once set, transfer the wreaths to a festive tray dusted with powdered sugar.