Pretzel Sticks Candy Lights (Printable)

Festive pretzel sticks coated in colorful candy melts, decorated with chocolate and sprinkles for holiday fun.

# Ingredient list:

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01 - 24 thick rod-style pretzel sticks
02 - 1 cup white chocolate or vanilla candy melts
03 - 1/2 cup assorted colored candy melts (red, green, yellow, blue)
04 - 2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips
05 - 1/4 cup assorted holiday sprinkles or nonpareils

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06 - 1/4 cup black decorating gel or melted dark chocolate for wires

# Cooking steps:

01 - Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Melt white chocolate or vanilla candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring every 20 seconds until smooth.
03 - Dip each pretzel stick halfway into the melted white chocolate, tapping gently to remove excess chocolate.
04 - Lay dipped pretzels on the prepared baking sheet.
05 - Melt each color of candy melts in separate bowls for decorating.
06 - Using a spoon or piping bag, carefully place small dots of each colored candy melt along the dipped section of each pretzel stick.
07 - Before the candy sets, press a mini chocolate chip onto the base of each colored bulb to mimic the socket.
08 - Use black decorating gel or melted dark chocolate to draw wires connecting the colored bulbs along the dipped area.
09 - Add sprinkles or nonpareils as desired for extra festivity.
10 - Allow to set at room temperature until firm, approximately 20 minutes, or chill briefly in the refrigerator.

# Expert advice:

01 -
  • No baking required – perfect for quick holiday prep.
  • Fun and interactive decorating process for all ages.
  • Colorful and festive, making snack time merry and bright.
  • Vegetarian-friendly with simple, easy-to-find ingredients.
  • Great for parties, school events, or holiday treats.
02 -
  • Use thick, rod-style pretzel sticks for best dipping and decoration surface.
  • Stir candy melts thoroughly to avoid lumps and ensure smooth coverage.
  • Work quickly when adding colored bulbs to keep the candy soft enough to press mini chocolate chips in.
  • Draw connecting wires with black gel carefully to avoid smudging.
  • Store finished sticks in an airtight container to preserve freshness up to 4 days.
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