I am celiac, lactose intolerant and allergic to almonds! In the beginning, finding easy snacks that were allergy friendly and also delicious was really hard! Enter these peanut butter chocolate pretzels!
These peanut butter chocolate pretzels are a delightful frozen treat that combines salty pretzels, rich vegan dark chocolate, creamy peanut butter, and a touch of sweetness. Perfect for a satisfying snack, just like my gluten free easy corn dip! This recipe hits the spot for both good-for-you snacks and sweet treats. The pretzels offer a satisfying crunch with a salty kick!
This recipe is gluten free and can be made dairy free, vegan or nut free.
why you’ll love this allergy friendly recipe
- These chocolate peanut butter pretzel bites taste like reese’s peanut butter cups!
- Forget about a double boiler or stress to make melted chocolate! Just pop these in the oven to melt chocolate chips without any stress.
- One-Pan Wonder: This peanut butter chocolate pretzels recipe only uses a single baking sheet! No need to dirty pots or pans for melting chocolate or mixing ingredients.
- Minimal Mess: Most of the mess is contained on the lined baking sheet, which makes cleanup a breeze.
- Quick and Easy: With simple steps and minimal prep, you can whip up this treat in 15 minutes or less.
- Fast Freeze: The hardest part is waiting! Just freeze for 2 hours and you’re good to go. No need for long baking times or complicated chilling processes.
- Perfect Portions: Individual pretzel bites are ready-to-grab snacks or a satisfying dessert portion. No need to cut or scoop after preparation.
ingredients & substitutions
Gluten-free pretzels: These are crunchy salty snacks, but you can use regular pretzels if you don’t need them to be gluten-free. You can use any shape from mini pretzels to pretzel rods. Make sure to use a salty pretzel for a sweet and salty combo.
Dark chocolate chunks: Rich melted chocolate melts on the pretzels. Any type of chocolate will work. You can use semi-sweet chocolate chips or vegan. You can also use dark chocolate chips, white chocolate or milk chocolate.
Peanut butter: Creamy spread adds peanut flavor. I prefer natural peanut butter. You can use any nut butter you want like almond butter or cashew butter. Use chickpea butter or tahini for nut free peanut butter chocolate pretzels. Use chocolate protein powder for added protein.
Powdered peanut butter: Adds a peanut flavor dust. You can skip this or crush peanuts into a fine powder. You can also use brown sugar or powdered sugar in place.
Honey: Sweet drizzle. You can use maple syrup or agave nectar for a similar flavor. If vegan, use vegan honey.
taste & texture
These peanut butter chocolate pretzels recipe are a fun mix of sweet and salty. The pretzels are crunchy and salty, while the chocolate adds a rich sweetness. The peanut butter brings a creamy nuttiness, and the powdered peanut butter gives a light peanut flavor boost.
The honey adds a touch of sticky sweetness that ties everything together. When frozen, the chocolate coating gets hard and the peanut butter becomes chewy, creating a satisfying textural contrast with the crunch of the pretzels.
directions
- Prepare the Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Chocolate Melts: Arrange the gluten-free pretzels in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Place chocolate on top of each pretzel. About 2-3 dark chocolate chunks per pretzel.
- Bake for Melty Goodness: Bake the pretzels in the preheated oven for 3-5 minutes, just until the chocolate chunks melt. Keep an eye on them to avoid over-baking.
- Peanut Butter Drizzle: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the pretzels cool slightly. Drizzle each pretzel with peanut butter or dip pretzels into peanut butter mixture, then place pretzels on a plate or airtight container lined with wax paper.
- Powdery and Sweet Finish: Sprinkle the pretzels generously with powdered peanut butter. Finally, drizzle each pretzel with a touch of honey (or vegan honey) for a touch of sweetness.
- Freeze for Perfection: Place the plate or baking sheet of chocolate peanut butter pretzels in the freezer for at least 2 hours, or until the pretzels are completely frozen. Enjoy these delightful frozen peanut butter pretzel bites!
expert tips & tricks
- Use different colored chocolate in these peanut butter chocolate pretzels for a fun sweet treat for a special occasion.
- Feel free to add a second pretzel on top to make a pretzel sandwich.
- The fun part is you can adjut the flavor combo to your preference. You can add coconut flakes, crushed peanuts, caramel, etc.
- Top the peanut butter with any leftover chocolate for extra flavor.
how to serve, store and meal prep
To enjoy the peanut butter chocolate pretzels, simply take the frozen pretzel bites out of the freezer a few minutes before you want to eat them. They’re delicious frozen solid, but letting them soften slightly lets the flavors come through more.
These peanut butter chocolate pretzels can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week, but freezing is the best way to keep them fresh and delicious for longer. Place them in a freezer-safe container with a layer of parchment paper in between for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before enjoying them again.
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Peanut butter Chocolate Pretzels Recipe (Gluten Free)
Ingredients
- 3 cups pretzels gluten-free
- 1 cup chocolate chips or vegan chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 3 tablespoons powdered peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons honey or vegan honey
Instructions
- Prepare the Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Chocolate Melts: Arrange the gluten-free pretzels in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Top each pretzel with 2-3 vegan dark chocolate chunks.
- Bake for Melty Goodness: Bake the pretzels in the preheated oven for 3-5 minutes, just until the chocolate chunks melt. Keep an eye on them to avoid over-baking.
- Peanut Butter Drizzle: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the pretzels cool slightly. Drizzle each pretzel with peanut butter.
- Powdery and Sweet Finish: Sprinkle the pretzels generously with powdered peanut butter. Finally, drizzle each pretzel with a touch of honey (or vegan honey) for a touch of sweetness.
- Freeze for Perfection: Place the baking sheet in the freezer for at least 2 hours, or until the pretzels are completely frozen. Enjoy these delightful frozen peanut butter pretzel bites!
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