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    Easy Rolo Pretzel Bites

    By Jill Baird · Published August 16, 2021 · Updated February 20, 2023 · 2 Comments

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    These Rolo Pretzel Bites are the perfect sweet and salty holiday treat or snack for any occasion.  They use just 3 ingredients, take less than 10 minutes to make and are always a major hit.

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    Easy Rolo Pretzel Bites

    This is one of those “I need something quick and easy” recipes that is perfect to whip out when life gets busy.  It honestly doesn't get much easier than Rolo Pretzel Bites - they use just 3 ingredients and can be whipped up at the very last minute. 

    Fortunately, they are also absolutely delicious. The chocolate and caramel Rolo candies melt onto mini pretzels for a sweet and salty match made in heaven.  You will also love that they can be easily customized to fit literally any occasion.  You can swap out Rolos for Hershey’s Kisses, different colors of M&Ms, top with nuts and so much more.

    Square pretzels topped with melted Rolos on a sheet tray.

    Ingredients in Rolo Pretzel Bites

    • Pretzels - these look best if you use either mini square pretzels or mini round pretzels.
    • Rolo Chocolate Caramel Candies - you can also substitute with Hershey’s Kisses.
    • M&Ms - you can use any color of M&Ms that you want, or substitute Reese’s Pieces for a peanut butter version.

    How to Make Rolo Pretzels

    1. Top pretzels with Rolo candies.  Place pretzels in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, then place a Rolo Candy on top of each pretzel.
    2. Bake.  Bake in the oven for 3-4 minutes, or just until the Rolo candies have started to soften.
    3. Top with an M&M and cool.  Remove from the oven and gently press an M&M on top of each Rolo.  Let cool completely, then serve or store in an airtight container in the fridge.  Enjoy!

    Recipe Variations

    There are basically unlimited variations to be made from this basic idea. Here are a few of our favorites:

    • Different chocolate candies.  Try topping square pretzels with other chocolate candies, such as Hershey’s Kisses or Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups.
    • Top with pecan.  Instead of topping with an M&M, press a toasted pecan half on top of each melted Rolo.
    • Holiday themed.  Purchase M&Ms with colors for Halloween, Christmas, Valentine’s Day or the Fourth of July.
    • Dipped in chocolate.  Once you have made your Rolo Pretzel Bites and cooled completely, dip the entire thing into melted chocolate and let set on parchment in a cool spot until set completely.
    • S’Mores Pretzel Bites.  Top the melted Rolo candies with a mini marshmallow for a s’mores twist.

    Storing

    We recommend storing Rolo Pretzel Bites in an airtight container in the cooler as they will stay crunchy longer than if left out at room temperature.  You can store in the fridge for up to 4 days with tasty results.

    Can I Freeze Rolo Pretzels?

    If you plan on storing these for a while, you can keep them in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 months.

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    Rolo Pretzel Bites Recipe

    These Rolo Pretzel Bites are the perfect sweet and salty holiday treat or snack for any occasion.  They use just 3 ingredients, take less than 10 minutes to make and are always a major hit.
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American
    Prep Time 6 minutes minutes
    Cook Time 4 minutes minutes
    Total Time 10 minutes minutes
    Servings 24 pieces
    Calories 325kcal
    Author The Carefree Kitchen
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    Ingredients

    • 24 small Square Pretzels
    • 24 individual Rolo Chocolate Caramels
    • 24 individual M&Ms

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
    • Place pretzels in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, then place a Rolo Candy on top of each pretzel.
    • Bake in the oven for 3-4 minutes, or just until the Rolo candies have started to soften.
    • Remove from the oven and gently press an M&M on top of each Rolo.
    • Let cool completely, then serve or store in an airtight container in the fridge. Enjoy!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 325kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 9mg | Sodium: 340mg | Potassium: 33mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 29g | Vitamin A: 54IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 78mg | Iron: 2mg

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    These sweet and salty Rolo Pretzels Bites are the ultimate quick and easy treat to make for any holiday. They use just 3 ingredients and can be made in less than 10 minutes.

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    1. Shadi Hasanzadenemati

      August 16, 2021 at 1:07 pm

      This is absolutely delicious! I love that it’s such a crowd pleaser for the whole family

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    2. Gina

      August 16, 2021 at 12:55 pm

      The perfect combination of salty and sweet! These are always a hit!

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