Introduction

These Grinch Caramel Twist Pretzels are a fun and festive treat perfect for holiday gatherings. The combination of sweet caramel, crisp pretzels, and vibrant green white chocolate makes them as delightful to look at as they are to eat.

The image shows five long pretzel sticks, each partially covered with a thick, textured layer of bright green coating that has a bumpy surface, leaving parts of the brown pretzel visible in places. On top of each green layer near one end of the pretzel stick sits a small, smooth, bright red heart shape. The pretzels rest on a white marbled surface next to some green pine branches dusted with some light snow or glitter. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

8 pretzel rods
8 soft Werther’s caramel chews, unwrapped
1½ cups white chocolate chips
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
6 drops green food coloring
3 tablespoons green sugar sprinkles
8 candy hearts or large heart sprinkles

Instructions

Prepare caramel twists: Roll a soft caramel chew between your hands or on a table until it measures approximately 6 inches in length. Carefully wrap each caramel piece around the top of a pretzel rod, spiraling down to about 1 inch from the bottom, pressing ends gently to secure them onto the pretzel. If your environment is warm, place wrapped pretzels on a non-stick surface to prevent sticking.
Melt the white chocolate: In a medium microwave-safe bowl, combine the white chocolate chips and vegetable oil. Microwave in 15-second intervals, stirring thoroughly between each, until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth. Take care not to overheat to avoid a chunky texture.
Color the chocolate: Add about 6 drops of green food coloring to the melted white chocolate and stir well. Adjust the number of drops to achieve your preferred shade of green based on your food coloring brand.
Coat the pretzels: Using a spoon, scoop the green chocolate over each caramel-wrapped pretzel rod, starting approximately an inch from the base and covering down to the tip. Let excess chocolate drip back into the bowl to ensure an even, smooth coating.
Decorate pretzels: Place coated pretzel rods onto parchment-lined trays. While the chocolate is still wet, sprinkle the green sugar sprinkles generously over each pretzel. Then, press one red candy heart into the caramel spiral on each rod.
Chill to set: Transfer the decorated pretzels to the refrigerator and chill for about 10 minutes, allowing the chocolate coating to harden completely before serving.

Tips & Variations

If you prefer a deeper green color, add the food coloring gradually until you reach the desired shade.
Use colored candy melts as an alternative to white chocolate for easier melting and vibrant colors.
Try adding festive sprinkles or crushed peppermint for different textures and flavors.
If caramel chews are too soft, refrigerate them slightly before rolling to make wrapping easier.

Storage

Store the decorated pretzels in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Avoid high humidity to keep the coating crisp. If needed, refrigerate for longer freshness but allow pretzels to return to room temperature before serving to avoid condensation. Reheating is not recommended as it can melt the chocolate and soften the caramel.

How to Serve

The image shows several long pretzel sticks dipped in a green coating, giving a rough, textured look similar to moss. Small red heart shapes are evenly placed on the green coating, adding a cute and colorful contrast. The pretzel sticks are arranged standing up inside a clear glass, which sits on a surface with a white marbled texture. The background is softly blurred with green and red hues, not distracting from the main focus. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use regular caramel instead of Werther’s soft caramels?

Soft caramel chews like Werther’s work best because they are pliable and easy to shape. Regular caramel may be too hard or sticky to wrap neatly around the pretzels.

What can I do if my white chocolate seizes while melting?

To prevent seizing, heat the chocolate slowly in short intervals and stir often. If it does seize, try adding a small amount of vegetable oil and stirring gently to smooth it out.

Grinch Caramel Twist Pretzels Recipe

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These Grinch Caramel Twist Pretzels are a festive and delicious holiday treat combining soft caramel wrapped pretzel rods dipped in green-tinted white chocolate and sprinkled with colorful sugar. Perfect for holiday parties or gifting, each pretzel is decorated with a bright red candy heart for a charming finishing touch.

Author: Marco
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Yield: 8 pretzel rods 1x
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Scale

Caramel Pretzel Wrap

8 pretzel rods
8 soft Werther’s caramel chews, unwrapped

Chocolate Coating

1½ cups white chocolate chips
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
6 drops green food coloring

Decoration

3 tablespoons green sugar sprinkles
8 candy hearts or large heart sprinkles

Instructions

Prepare caramel twists: Roll each soft Werther’s caramel chew between your hands or on a table until it stretches to about 6 inches in length. Carefully wrap each caramel piece around the top portion of a pretzel rod, spiraling down to about 1 inch from the bottom. Gently press the ends to secure the caramel. If the environment is warm, place the wrapped pretzels on a non-stick surface to avoid sticking.
Melt the white chocolate: In a medium microwave-safe bowl, combine the white chocolate chips and vegetable oil. Microwave in 15-second intervals, stirring thoroughly between each, until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth. Be careful not to overheat to prevent a chunky texture.
Color the chocolate: Add approximately 6 drops of green food coloring into the melted white chocolate. Stir well to fully incorporate the color. Adjust the number of drops based on your desired green shade and the brand of food coloring used.
Coat the pretzels: Use a spoon to scoop the green-colored chocolate over each caramel-wrapped pretzel rod. Start about an inch from the base and coat down to the tip, letting any excess chocolate drip back into the bowl for an even and smooth coverage.
Decorate pretzels: Place the coated pretzels carefully onto parchment-lined trays. While the chocolate is still wet, sprinkle green sugar sprinkles generously over each pretzel. Then, press one red candy heart into the caramel spiral on each rod for a festive look.
Chill to set: Transfer the decorated pretzels to the refrigerator and chill for about 10 minutes. This will allow the chocolate coating to harden completely, ensuring perfect texture and appearance before serving.

Notes

Be careful not to overheat the white chocolate to maintain a smooth texture.
If your environment is warm when wrapping caramel, use a non-stick surface to prevent sticking.
Adjust the amount of green food coloring to get your preferred shade of green.
Use parchment paper on trays to easily remove pretzels after chilling.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature or refrigerated if the room is warm.

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