Reindeer Rolo Pretzels
These reindeer Rolo pretzels are the perfect mix of cute and sweet, making them a fun treat for any holiday get-togethers. They come together easily and add just the right touch of whimsy to your dessert table.
The combination of salty pretzels, caramel, and chocolate is always a hit with both kids and adults.
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Festive and fun: These reindeer treats add instant holiday cheer to any party dessert table, classroom party for your kids, or Christmas bake sales.
- Quick to make: Ready in just 15 minutes with minimal prep and bake time.
- Kid-friendly project: Perfect for making with kids during the holidays.
- Perfect for gifting: Package them in small bags or tins for a cute homemade present.
Reindeer Rolo Pretzels Ingredients
- Mini pretzel twists
- Rolo candy
- Candy eyeballs
- Candy noses (brown or red M&Ms)
How To Make Reindeer Rolo Pretzels
This visual guide is helpful for making this recipe. For the full printable recipe with measurements, scroll to the bottom of the post.
Preheat the oven to 250 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Cut each pretzel twist in half down the middle to create the reindeer antlers.
Place the whole pretzels on the baking sheet with the rounded edge facing up.
Top each pretzel with a Rolo candy. Bake for about 2 minutes, just until the Rolos soften but don’t melt completely.
Carefully remove the baking sheet from the oven. Insert the pretzel halves into the top of each Rolo to form the antlers.
Press one M&M at the bottom for the nose and place candy eyeballs above it to complete the reindeer face.
Refrigerate the pretzels for 15 to 30 minutes or place them in the freezer for 5 to 10 minutes until fully set. Serve or package once firm.
Reindeer Rolo Pretzels FAQs
How do I keep the chocolate from melting too much?
Keep a close eye on the oven and remove them as soon as the Rolos start to glisten.
Can I make these ahead of time?
Yes, they store well in an airtight container for up to one week.
Can I freeze them?
You can freeze them for up to 2 months, but the pretzels may lose a bit of their crunch once thawed.
For the best texture, we recommend enjoying them fresh or storing at room temperature for up to a week.
Any tips for packaging as gifts?
Once they’re completely set, package them in clear treat bags, Mason jars, or holiday tins and tie with ribbon for an easy, festive homemade holiday gift.
Can I double or triple the recipe?
Yes! If you’re making a big batch for a party or gifts, simply double or triple all the ingredients.
We recommend baking and assembling about 20 at a time, since the Rolos set quickly once they’re out of the oven.
Working in smaller batches makes it easier to add the antlers, eyes, and noses before the chocolate firms up.
Reindeer Rolo Pretzels
Ingredients
- 40 mini pretzel twists
- 20 Rolos, unwrapped
- 40 candy eyeballs
- 20 brown or red M&Ms for the noses
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 250 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cut each pretzel twist in half down the middle.
- Place the whole pretzels on the baking sheet, with the rounded edge facing up.
- Place a Rolo on each pretzel.
- Place the baking sheet with the pretzels and Rolos in the oven until the chocolate softens, but doesn’t melt. This will take about 2 minutes.
- Insert the antlers (pretzel halves) into the top of the Rolos.
- Place the M&M at the bottom of the Rolos to create the nose.
- Place the candy eyeballs above the nose.
- Place pretzels in the refrigerator for 15-30 minutes or the freezer for 5-10 minutes until they set.
