Description
These Easy White Chocolate Peppermint Pretzel Crisps are a salty-sweet holiday treat that comes together in minutes and needs no baking at all. Crunchy pretzel crisps are coated in creamy white chocolate, sprinkled with cool peppermint candy, and set until perfectly snappy, making them ideal for a quick breakfast treat with coffee, a fun dessert after an easy dinner, or a festive healthy-ish snack to share. If you’re hunting for Christmas cookie tray ideas, quick breakfast options, simple dessert ideas, or just an easy recipe to add to your holiday food ideas list, this no-fuss treat is going to be a new favorite.
Ingredients
8 ounces white chocolate chips or melting wafers
1 teaspoon coconut oil or vegetable shortening optional
24 pretzel crisps
1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract optional
1/2 cup crushed candy canes or peppermint candies
pinch flaky sea salt optional for topping
Instructions
1. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat and arrange the pretzel crisps in a single layer.
2. Place the candy canes or peppermint candies in a zip-top bag and crush them with a rolling pin until you have a mix of small bits and peppermint dust, then pour into a shallow bowl.
3. Add the white chocolate chips and coconut oil to a microwave-safe bowl and heat in 20–30 second bursts, stirring well after each one, until the chocolate is smooth and fully melted.
4. Stir the peppermint extract into the melted white chocolate, if using, starting with a small amount and tasting before adding more.
5. Spoon or dip melted white chocolate over each pretzel crisp, letting the excess drip back into the bowl, then place the coated pretzel back on the lined baking sheet.
6. While the chocolate is still wet, sprinkle each pretzel generously with the crushed peppermint and a tiny pinch of flaky sea salt, if desired.
7. Let the pretzel crisps sit at room temperature until the chocolate is firm, about 15–20 minutes, or refrigerate the tray for 5–10 minutes to speed up the setting.
8. Once the chocolate is set, gently lift the pretzel crisps off the parchment and transfer them to an airtight container for serving or storage.
Notes
Melt the white chocolate slowly in short bursts and stir often so it doesn’t overheat or seize; adding a little coconut oil keeps it extra smooth and glossy.
For the strongest peppermint flavor, use both crushed candy canes and a small amount of peppermint extract, tasting as you go so it doesn’t become overpowering.
If your kitchen is warm, chill the pretzel crisps briefly to set the chocolate, then store them in a cool, dry place so they stay crisp and don’t absorb moisture.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 5
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 crisp
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 9
- Sodium: 60
- Fat: 4.5
- Saturated Fat: 2.8
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.7
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 13
- Fiber: 0.5
- Protein: 1
- Cholesterol: 5
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