Apple Pretzels
These Apple Pretzels are a fun, sweet and salty no-bake fall snack made with crunchy pretzels, melted candy coating, and colorful candy “fruit” details that look like little apples—perfect for kids and parties.
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These are best served during the fall season, at classroom treats, Thanksgiving snack tables, or even fun weekend baking activities with the kids.
If you’re serving these, they go really well with a fall party snack mix or a simple caramel dip on the side for a full snack board.
How to Make Apple Pretzels
Ingredients you’ll need for this recipe
Step-by-Step Guide
1. Line a baking sheet with wax or parchment paper.
2. Add the candy melts to a microwave safe bowl, and microwave for 30 second increments, stirring well in between, until melted.
3. Cut the M&Ms in half.
4. Dip each pretzel in the melted candy, letting the excess drip off.
5. Place the pretzel on the baking sheet, and quickly add one halved brown M&M & one halved green M&M.
6. Repeat for all of the pretzels.
Serve & Enjoy!
Important Recipe Notes
- Make sure to melt the candy melts slowly in short 30-second intervals. Stir well each time so it doesn’t burn or get lumpy.
- If the candy coating gets too thick, you can add a tiny bit of coconut oil or shortening to make it smoother.
- Work quickly when decorating because the melted candy sets fast once spread on the pretzels.
- Cutting the M&Ms in half ahead of time helps you move faster when assembling each reindeer face.
- Use parchment or wax paper so the pretzels don’t stick while setting.
- If some pretzels break while dipping or decorating, just set them aside and use them for snacking or toppings.
- Let them fully set at room temperature for the best crunch—no need to refrigerate unless your kitchen is very warm.
- Store in an airtight container to keep them fresh and crunchy for up to 5–7 days.
Apple Pretzels
Ingredients
- 40 Pretzel Twists
- 12 ounces red candy melts
- 20-30 green M&Ms extras in case some break
- 20-30 brown M&Ms
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with wax or parchment paper.
- Add the candy melts to a microwave safe bowl, and microwave for 30 second increments, stirring well in between, until melted.
- Cut the M&Ms in half.
- Dip each pretzel in the melted candy, letting the excess drip off.
- Place the pretzel on the baking sheet, and quickly add one halved brown M&M & one halved green M&M.
- Repeat for all of the pretzels.
