As someone who is celiac, lactose intolerant and allergic to almonds, it is so important that all my recipes cater to people with multiple dietary restrictions and/or food allergies! I was diagnosed with celiac disease (the celiac gene) and a lactose intolerance in my early 20s and have been on a mission since to create easy, delicious recipes for others with food allergies!

These peanut butter chocolate covered pretzels are sure to become a favorite for its delightful combination of flavors and textures, just like my gluten free yogurt covered pretzels. The sweet and creamy yogurt and peanut butter mixture perfectly complements the salty crunch of the pretzels. The chocolate peanut butter pretzel bites are freezer-friendly. This allows you to prepare a batch of the peanut butter chocolate covered pretzels in advance and store them for easy grab-and-go snacks throughout the week. This is the perfect cheat snack when you are craving a sweet and salty pretzel treat.

This easy recipe is gluten free, tree nuts free, and can be made dairy free and nut free.

why you’ll love this recipe

Flavorful combination: Sweet and salty with a satisfying crunch, this recipe offers a delicious contrast in taste and texture.
Simple ingredients: Only a handful of readily available ingredients are needed, making it a budget-friendly option.
Minimal prep: With minimal mixing and dipping involved, this recipe is perfect for busy schedules or quick snack needs.
Freezer-friendly: Prepare a batch ahead of time and store them in the freezer for easy grab-and-go snacks throughout the week. This is one of my favorite recipes to grab on my way out the door for a quick salty snack.
They have great taste and natural ingredients.
Customization options: Experiment with different yogurt flavors, nut butters, and toppings for personalized taste preferences.

ingredients & substitutions

Greek yogurt (fat-free): This binds everything together. You can use regular Greek yogurt for a thicker and creamier treat.

Peanut butter: This adds the peanut flavor. You can use any nut butter you like, such as almond butter or cashew butter.

Powdered peanut butter: This adds extra peanut flavor and a nice crunch. You can skip it or use crushed peanuts, powdered sugar, brown sugar or a drizzle of natural peanut butter instead.

Gluten-free pretzels: These are the base for the bites. You can use regular pretzels if you don’t need the peanut butter chocolate covered pretzels to be gluten-free. Any shape pretzels are fine such as pretzel rods.

taste & texture

These peanut butter chocolate covered pretzels are the perfect sweet treat. They have a salty and satisfying crunch. The yogurt and peanut butter mixture is smooth and creamy, contrasting with the crispy pretzel. The powdered peanut butter, if used, adds an extra layer of peanut flavor. The powdered peanut butter also gives the drool-worthy delight a bit of a crunch.

directions

Combine the creamy base: In a large mixing bowl, grab your 1/2 cup of Greek yogurt and 1/2 cup of peanut butter. Mix them well until you have a smooth and creamy mixture. You can use a hand blender if needed.
Prep your station: Grab a tray or plate and line it with a sheet of parchment paper. This will prevent your yummy yogurt pretzels from sticking.
Get dippin’: One by one, take each of your 1 cup of gluten-free pretzels and dip pretzels into the peanut butter and yogurt mixture. Make sure to coat them evenly.
Peanut butter explosion (optional): If you’re feeling extra peanut buttery, sprinkle some of your 3 tablespoons of powdered peanut butter over the dipped pretzels. You can even add the powdered peanut butter to a separate bowl and dip the pretzel into it.
Freeze and enjoy: Place the peanut butter chocolate covered pretzels onto the prepared cookie sheet or baking sheet with wax paper and pop them in the freezer for at least 2 hours, or until they’re nice and frozen. Sometimes it can take 3-4 hours depending on the temperature and if you added any excess frosting or yogurt. You do not want to use a wire rack because the yogurt will drip off.

expert tips & tricks

Peanut Butter Consistency: Use a thick and creamy peanut butter for easier dipping and spreading. If your peanut butter is runny, try chilling it beforehand or adding a touch of melted coconut oil to stiffen it up.
Even Coating: Achieve an even yogurt and peanut butter coating by tilting the bowl slightly while dipping each pretzel.
Freeze Thoroughly: Ensure the peanut butter chocolate pretzels recipe are completely frozen for at least 2 hours before serving. This prevents them from becoming soggy and ensures a delightful, cold, and textural contrast.
Flavor Variations: Explore different flavor combinations! Swap
yogurt for other flavors like strawberry or blueberry. Experiment with different nut butters or even drizzle melted dark chocolate for an extra decadent touch.
Add some semi-sweet chocolate chips, milk chocolate chips or drizzled melted chocolate chips on top for a chocolate twist.
You can use dairy free chocolate and dairy free yogurt to keep this recipe dairy free. You can find both these options at the local grocery store. Make sure to skip any milk products for the dairy free option.
Use a red color yougurt for a valentine’s day treat. Or you an top with red sprinkles and white chocolate.
Add some vanilla extract to the yogurt mix if you are using plain yogurt. This will create a great tast the whole family will love without any added sugar.
Wrap these in clear paper and a bowl for a great gift or a fun holiday treat.
Use peanut butter stuffed pretzels to make easy chocolate covered peanut butter pretzels!

how to make this a low carb recipe

For low carb peanut butter chocolate covered pretzels use low-carb cauliflower pretzels.

how to make this a low fat recipe

To make these peanut butter chocolate covered pretzels low fat use low-fat Greek yogurt or yogurt made with skim milk or nonfat milk.

how to make this a vegan recipe

Swap the Greek yogurt with a plant-based yogurt made from soy, coconut, or almond milk to make these peanut butter chocolate covered pretzels vegan.

how to serve, store and meal prep

Once frozen for at least 2 hours, your chocolate peanut butter pretzels are ready to enjoy! These homemade yogurt-covered pretzels are best eaten frozen for a cool and refreshing treat. To store pretzels, keep the peanut butter chocolate covered pretzels in the freezer in an airtight container for up to 2 months. You can also store the peanut butter chocolate covered pretzels in the fridge for up to a week, but they’ll be softer.

To prep them ahead of time for snacks, portion them out into separate containers or baggies before freezing. This way you can grab a single serving of peanut butter chocolate covered pretzels whenever you need a quick and satisfying snack.

If you love easy desserts with peanut butter you’ll also love these peanut butter balls by Frozen Bananas!