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Pretzel Rolo M&M Bites Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 48 bites
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Pretzel Rolo M&M bites are a delightful combination of crunchy pretzels topped with soft, gooey Rolo chocolates and colorful M&Ms, finished with toasted pecans, a touch of sea salt, and a white chocolate drizzle. These easy-to-make bite-sized treats are perfect for parties, snacks, or a sweet and salty indulgence.

Ingredients

Base Ingredients

  • 48 mini pretzels (twists or nuggets)
  • 48 unwrapped Rolos
  • 48 M&Ms (classic or colored)

Toppings & Coatings

  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/3 cup toasted chopped pecans
  • 1/2 teaspoon coarse sea salt
  • 1/4 cup white chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Heat your oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with a silicone baking mat or parchment paper. Using a silicone mat is preferable because it helps prevent the candies from sticking and makes cleanup faster.
  2. Butter Pretzels: Lightly brush each mini pretzel with the melted unsalted butter. This small step acts as a moisture barrier during baking, helping the pretzels keep their crunch while the Rolos soften. Be sure to coat all sides evenly but avoid drenching them.
  3. Bake Pretzels with Rolos: Place one unwrapped Rolo on top of each buttered pretzel, ensuring they are spaced evenly in a single layer. Bake for 3½ to 4 minutes just until the Rolos become soft but have not spread extensively. Keep a close watch in the last minute to prevent melting beyond the pretzel edges.
  4. Add M&Ms: As soon as you remove the baking sheet from the oven, gently press one M&M on top of each warmed Rolo. This allows the M&M to adhere firmly without melting into a mess or losing its shape.
  5. Sprinkle Pecans and Salt: Sprinkle the chopped toasted pecans over the warm bites, pressing very lightly to help them stick. Then add a light pinch of coarse sea salt on each piece. The salt works well to balance the sweetness from the candies and adds a pleasant flavor contrast.
  6. Chill Bites: Place the baking sheet with the pretzel bites into the refrigerator for 15 minutes. This step causes the chocolate candies to firm up, preventing unwanted melting and helping to preserve the pretzel crunch.
  7. Melt and Drizzle White Chocolate: While the bites chill, melt the white chocolate chips in 20-second bursts in the microwave, stirring after each until smooth. Once melted, drizzle the white chocolate over the chilled pretzel Rolo M&M bites using a spoon or a piping bag for a neat finish. Allow the drizzle to set at room temperature or refrigerate briefly (5–10 minutes) before serving.

Notes

  • Use a silicone baking mat if possible to prevent sticking and simplify cleanup.
  • Keep a close eye on the Rolos while baking to avoid excessive melting and spreading.
  • Butter coats the pretzels to maintain their crunch despite baking.
  • Chilling the bites solidifies the chocolate and keeps the pretzels crisp.
  • Toasted pecans add texture and a nutty flavor complementing the sweet and salty elements.
  • The sea salt balances the candy’s sweetness perfectly.
  • The white chocolate drizzle can be customized or omitted if preferred.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/pretzel-rolo-mandm-bites-recipe/