These cute little Halloween Pretzels are a quick and easy Halloween treat. They’re covered in white chocolate and decorated with an extra chocolate drizzle and candy eyes to look like mummies.
If you want to also make a pumpkin version, these Pumpkin Pretzels are just as cute! And for more Halloween treats, try our Graveyard Cupcakes, Spooky Halloween Monster Cookies, Halloween Punch or Halloween Eyeball Cupcakes.
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Mummy Halloween Pretzels
These chocolate covered Halloween pretzels are the perfect treats to make with kids and bring to any Halloween party. You only need three ingredients and they take less than 30 minutes to prep. They can quickly turn any dessert table into a super festive display.
Below you will find instructions and tips on how to melt white chocolate to make these adorable and super-easy Halloween Pretzels. From there, you just need to dip, decorate, and enjoy.
And if you're looking for more Halloween recipes, be sure to check out all of our Halloween Menu Ideas.
Ingredients You Will Need
- White Chocolate - you can use either white chocolate melting wafers or white chocolate chips for this recipe. Make sure to follow our instructions on how to melt white chocolate because it burns very easily.
- Pretzels - I like to use mini twist pretzels to make Mummy pretzels because they are bite sized. You could also use square shaped mini pretzels, pretzel rods, or pretzel chips.
- Candy Eyeballs - you should be able to find these in the baking aisle at the store. Otherwise, you can try a craft store or order them online.
How To Make Mummy Pretzels
- Melt the white chocolate. Place the white candy melts into a microwave-safe bowl and heat on high for 30 seconds. Stir, then continue to heat for 30 seconds at a time, stirring in between until melted.
- Dip the pretzels. Use a fork to submerge each pretzel into the melted chocolate one at a time. Remove with the fork, then tap the fork onto the side of the bowl to remove excess chocolate. Place the dipped pretzel onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or waxed paper and repeat with the rest of the pretzels.
- Decorate the pretzels. Once you have dipped the pretzels, add the remaining melted chocolate to a piping bag. Drizzle horizontally to resemble mummy wrapping, then finish with the little candy eyes.
- Let the chocolate set up. Allow the pretzels to set up at room temperature for about 30 minutes, or until the chocolate hardens.
- Store. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week or the fridge for up to 1 month. Enjoy!
Frequently Asked Questions
For dipping pretzels, or anything else into melted chocolate, the easiest chocolate to use is melting chocolate. It’s specifically formulated to melt easily and is quite easy to work with. Otherwise, you can melt any other type of chocolate chips or plain chocolate bars. If the pieces are larger than the size of a chocolate chip, just chop them up before melting.
If your melted chocolate is hard instead of melted, you likely overheated it. It doesn’t take much to overheat white chocolate. The other reason for hardened chocolate is if you introduced any water to it. Your best bet is to start over and keep a close eye on it while it heats.
As long as your Halloween pretzels are stored in an airtight container in a cool dark place, they should last for up to 1 week at room temperature. You can also freeze them for up to 2 months - just be sure they are in an airtight container so that no moisture can get in and cause them to become soggy.
Recipe Tips
- White chocolate will melt faster than milk chocolate so keep a close eye on it. If you know that your microwave heats quickly, you may want to melt for only 20 seconds at a time.
- Glass bowls will become hot in the microwave. Be careful not to burn the chocolate.
- Don't add water or liquid to your chocolate. It will cause the chocolate to seize. If you want to thin down the melted chocolate, add a teaspoon of vegetable oil or coconut oil instead.
- Once you place the melted chocolate into a piping bag, make sure to use it quickly. If it sits too long it will set up as it cools.
Storing Instructions
- Room Temperature: store in an airtight container in a cool dark place at room temperature for up to 1 week.
- Refrigerator: you can store in the fridge as long as your pretzels are well sealed in an airtight container. They will last for up to 1 month this way as long as they are properly sealed.
- Freezer: chocolate covered pretzels can be stored in the freezer for up to 2 months as long as they are well sealed in an airtight container.
Halloween Mummy Pretzels Recipe
Ingredients
- 12 ounces White Chocolate Melting Wafers or white chocolate chips
- 2 cups Mini Twist Pretzels
- 48 small Candy Eyeballs
Instructions
- Prepare a baking sheet by lining with parchment paper and set aside.
- To melt the white chocolate, place the melting wafers into a microwave-safe bowl. Heat on high for 30 seconds and then stir. Continue to heat for 30 seconds at a time, stirring in between, until the wafers are mostly melted. (Note: If the wafers are partially melted and the dish is still warm, allow it sit for a minute or two and then stir again. You do not want to over-microwave or the chocolate will burn)
- To dip, use a fork to submerge each pretzel into the melted chocolate one at a time. Remove with the fork, then tap the fork onto the side of the bowl to remove excess chocolate.
- Place the dipped pretzel onto the prepared baking sheet and repeat with the rest of the pretzels.
- Once all pretzels have been dipped, add the remaining melted chocolate to a piping bag. Drizzle horizontally to resemble mummy wrapping, then finish with the little candy eyes.
- Allow the pretzels to set up at room temperature for about 30 minutes, or until the chocolate hardens. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week or the fridge for up to 1 month. Enjoy!
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More Easy Halloween Treats
- Graveyard Cupcakes
- Pumpkin Pretzels
- Spooky Halloween Monster Cookies
- Jack-o-Lantern Cookies
- Fall Party Mix
- Mulled Cider
- Halloween Eyeball Cupcakes
- Rice Krispies Brain
- More Fall Recipes
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These Halloween chocolate covered pretzels are decorated with candy eyes and extra white chocolate drizzle to look just like mummies. They are super easy to make and perfect for Halloween parties for kids or adults.
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