Looking for a cute and delicious way to add some winter magic to your holiday spread? These White Chocolate Mini Pretzel Trees are the perfect blend of sweet and salty, and they look absolutely adorable on any dessert table! With only three ingredients—pretzels, white chocolate, and sprinkles—this recipe is not only easy but also a great project for the whole family.

Whether you’re prepping for a Christmas party, whipping up treats for a cookie swap, or just getting into the festive spirit, these little trees are the perfect addition to your holiday baking list. Plus, they’re fun to make with kids, and who doesn’t love an excuse to get creative in the kitchen?

How to Make White Chocolate Mini Pretzel Trees

Ingredients you’ll need for this recipe

48 mini pretzel sticks
7 oz white chocolate melting wafers
1 tsp olive oil
3 tbsp red, green, and white nonpareils

Step by Step Guide

1. Start by lining a couple of baking sheets (or your kitchen counter) with parchment paper. This will be the “forest floor” for your trees to set.

2. Lay out your mini pretzel sticks on the parchment, leaving about 3-4 inches between each stick. These are going to be the trunks of your trees.

3. Add the olive oil to your white chocolate wafers and pour the mixture into a piping bag. Place the bag in the microwave and heat in 30-second intervals, massaging the bag between each round, until the chocolate is fully melted.

4. Once the chocolate is melted and smooth, snip off a tiny bit from the end of the piping bag. Now, here comes the fun part! In a zigzag, back-and-forth motion, pipe the white chocolate over the pretzel sticks. Start narrow at the top to mimic the point of a Christmas tree, and widen as you move down, leaving about an inch of the pretzel stick exposed at the bottom for the “tree trunk.”

5. While the chocolate is still soft, sprinkle your red, green, and white nonpareils generously over the “branches.” This is where kids can really get involved—it’s like decorating a mini Christmas tree but without the mess of pine needles!

6. Once you’ve piped all your trees and decorated them with sprinkles, let the chocolate harden for about 20 minutes. If you’re in a hurry, you can pop the tray into the fridge to speed up the process.

And there you have it! These White Chocolate Mini Pretzel Trees are customizable! You can swap out the nonpareils for different types of sprinkles, add a dusting of edible glitter, or even use colored white chocolate for a more vibrant “tree.” The possibilities are endless, and each batch will look unique.

Not only are they delicious, but they’re also a great way to get into the holiday spirit. These mini pretzel trees make fantastic gifts too—just package them up in cute tins or bags and share the love with neighbors, teachers, or anyone who needs a little festive cheer.

Give these a try, and they’ll quickly become a holiday favorite! For more fun ideas, check out our list of 70+ Festive Christmas Treats and make this holiday season your tastiest yet!

Ingredients

48 mini pretzel sticks
7 oz white chocolate melting wafers
1 tsp olive oil
3 tbsp red, green, and white nonpareils

Instructions

Start by lining a couple of baking sheets (or your kitchen counter) with parchment paper. This will be the "forest floor" for your trees to set.
Lay out your mini pretzel sticks on the parchment, leaving about 3-4 inches between each stick. These are going to be the trunks of your trees.
Add the olive oil to your white chocolate wafers and pour the mixture into a piping bag. Place the bag in the microwave and heat in 30-second intervals, massaging the bag between each round, until the chocolate is fully melted.
Once the chocolate is melted and smooth, snip off a tiny bit from the end of the piping bag. Now, here comes the fun part! In a zigzag, back-and-forth motion, pipe the white chocolate over the pretzel sticks. Start narrow at the top to mimic the point of a Christmas tree, and widen as you move down, leaving about an inch of the pretzel stick exposed at the bottom for the “tree trunk.”
While the chocolate is still soft, sprinkle your red, green, and white nonpareils generously over the “branches.” This is where kids can really get involved—it’s like decorating a mini Christmas tree but without the mess of pine needles!
Once you've piped all your trees and decorated them with sprinkles, let the chocolate harden for about 20 minutes. If you're in a hurry, you can pop the tray into the fridge to speed up the process.

Author: carlycampbell