Pin It A festive, fun, and easy holiday treat featuring pretzel sticks dipped in colorful candy melts and decorated like Christmas lights. Perfect for kids and parties no oven required!
This easy no-bake recipe quickly became a holiday tradition in our family everyone loves decorating the pretzel lights together
Ingredients
- Pretzel sticks: 24 thick rod-style sticks
- White chocolate or vanilla candy melts: 1 cup
- Assorted colored candy melts: 1/2 cup red green yellow blue
- Mini chocolate chips: 2 tablespoons
- Assorted holiday sprinkles or nonpareils: 1/4 cup
- Black decorating gel or melted dark chocolate: 1/4 cup for wires
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2:
- Melt white chocolate or vanilla candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl stirring every 20 seconds until smooth.
- Step 3:
- Dip each pretzel stick halfway into the melted white chocolate. Tap gently to remove excess.
- Step 4:
- Lay dipped pretzels on the prepared baking sheet.
- Step 5:
- Melt each color of the candy melts in separate bowls. Using a spoon or piping bag carefully place small light bulb dots of each color along the dipped section of each pretzel.
- Step 6:
- Before the chocolate sets press a mini chocolate chip onto the base of each colored bulb to resemble the socket.
- Step 7:
- Use black decorating gel or melted dark chocolate to draw a wire connecting the light bulbs along the dipped area.
- Step 8:
- Add sprinkles or nonpareils for extra festive decoration if desired.
- Step 9:
- Allow to set at room temperature until firm about 20 minutes or chill briefly in the fridge.
Pin It Our family loves gathering around to make these pretzel lights every year creating lasting holiday memories and smiles
Required Tools
Baking sheet parchment paper microwave-safe bowls spoons or piping bags small spatula optional
Allergen Information
Contains wheat pretzels milk white chocolate candy melts and soy candy melts. May contain traces of nuts if using certain candy melts or sprinkles. Always check ingredient labels for allergens.
Nutritional Information
Calories 85 total fat 3 g carbohydrates 13 g protein 1 g per serving
Pin It This easy no-bake snack is perfect for holiday parties and family fun. Try different color combinations for a unique twist each year.
Recipe FAQs
- → What type of pretzels work best?
Thick, rod-style pretzel sticks provide a sturdy base for dipping and decorating, holding the colors and details well.
- → Can I substitute the candy melts?
Yes, white chocolate or vanilla candy melts act as the base dip, while assorted colored melts enable vibrant decoration.
- → How do I prevent candy melts from seizing?
Gently melt in short intervals, stirring often. Avoid overheating or adding water to keep chocolate smooth.
- → What is the purpose of the mini chocolate chips?
They serve as decorative sockets at the base of each colored candy dot, enhancing the light bulb effect.
- → How should I store the finished sticks?
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days to maintain freshness and firmness.