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peanut butter pretzel bites recipe

Peanut Butter Pretzel Bites Recipe

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 10 Servings
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup  creamy peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup  powdered sugar sifted
  • 2 tablespoons  unsalted butter softened
  • 1/4 teaspoon  vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

For assembly and coating

  • 72 mini twist pretzels  enough for 36 sandwiches)
  • 1.5  cups  dark chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate
  • 1 tablespoon  coconut oil or neutral oil helps the chocolate set smoothly
  • Flaky sea salt for finishing recommended

Method
 

  1. Mix peanut butter, sifted powdered sugar, softened butter, vanilla, and salt in a bowl until smooth and thick. If too soft, refrigerate 15 minutes before using.
  2. Lay half the pretzels on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Scoop about 1 teaspoon of filling onto the center of each. Press a second pretzel on top until filling spreads to the edges without overflowing. Refrigerate assembled bites for 20–30 minutes until firm.
  3. Combine chocolate chips and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until fully melted and smooth. Do not overheat.
  4. Hold each chilled bite by one edge and dip halfway into the melted chocolate. Let excess drip off and place back on the parchment-lined tray. Sprinkle flaky salt over each immediately before the chocolate sets.
  5. Refrigerate the dipped bites for 15–20 minutes until chocolate is fully set and firm. Serve cold or at room temperature.

Notes

  • Use commercial peanut butter (Jif or Skippy) — natural peanut butter produces a filling that’s too soft and oily to hold its shape
  • Sift powdered sugar before mixing to prevent lumps in the filling
  • Chill the sandwiches before dipping — cold filling keeps the bites intact in the chocolate
  • Sprinkle flaky salt immediately after dipping before chocolate sets
  • Coconut oil helps the chocolate set with a glossier, smoother finish
  • Store in the fridge for up to 2 weeks or at room temperature for up to 3 days
  • Freeze for up to 2 months — thaw in the fridge before serving
  • Drizzle white chocolate over set dark chocolate for a two-tone finish