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Sweet Easter Pretzels

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Upgrade basic pretzels into festive Easter snacks full of those sweet and salty vibes. Chocolate-dipped sheep using white candies as 'wool,' little bunny faces with candy whiskers, or vibrant sprinkle creations—it’s all so easy! Just melt chocolate, add some fun toppings like googly eyes, and voilà. Pack them up for parties, add them to gifts, or munch them fresh. Keeps well for two weeks in an airtight jar.
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Updated on Sun, 13 Apr 2025 14:13:13 GMT
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Whip up this restaurant-style white pizza sauce in just 10 minutes. It's super creamy, loaded with fresh garlic flavor, and makes an amazing foundation for white pizzas. The smooth, velvety consistency and wonderful aroma will turn your homemade pizza into something everyone will rave about.

The special way we cook the garlic is what makes this sauce stand out, giving it such amazing flavor that even die-hard red sauce fans will switch sides.

Essential Components

  • Whole Garlic: Freshly chopped for intense flavor punch
  • Thick Cream: Forms the smooth, rich foundation
  • Premium Olive Oil: Get the good stuff for best taste
  • Herb Mix: Basil and oregano bring that real Italian touch
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Cooking Method

Start the Foundation
Heat oil on medium. Toss in chopped garlic and gently cook until you can smell it, but don't let it brown.
Create the Roux
Mix in flour to form a paste with the oil and garlic. Keep stirring as you cook it briefly.
Complete the Mix
Slowly pour in cream while whisking. Let it bubble until thick. Add salt and pepper to your liking.

We created this recipe to match the true flavor of genuine Italian white pizza sauce.

Temperature Control

Getting the heat just right stops garlic from going bitter and helps the sauce come together smoothly.

Flavor Twists

Make it your own with some fresh herbs, spicy red pepper flakes, or soft roasted garlic for different tastes.

Keeping It Fresh

Keeps in the fridge for 5 days max. Warm it up slowly with constant stirring to keep it smooth.

Serving Suggestions

Spread a thin, even coat to keep your pizza crust from getting soggy while baking.

A top-notch white sauce makes any pizza better, creating the perfect base for whatever toppings you love, whether they're traditional or totally unique.

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Frequently Asked Questions

→ What’s the best chocolate to use?
Go with white candy melts, almond bark, or white chocolate wafers. Skip chocolate chips—they don’t coat nicely.
→ How long will these last?
Seal them in a container at room temperature, and they’ll stay good for two weeks.
→ Can I dye the white chocolate?
Yep, but only use powdered or oil-based food coloring. Liquid color messes up the chocolate!
→ What’s a nice way to wrap them as gifts?
Clear party bags or stacked and wrapped with plastic wrap. Simple and keeps them fresh.
→ Why do you chill in between?
It helps the chocolate set fast so you can layer decorations without smudging.

Sweet Easter Pretzels

Pretzels dipped in chocolate and sprinkled with candies, decorations, and sprinkles. A perfect Easter treat that’s both adorable and tasty.

Prep Time
60 Minutes
Cook Time
~
Total Time
60 Minutes
By: Alicia

Category: Desserts

Difficulty: Intermediate

Cuisine: American

Yield: 48 Servings (48 decorated pretzels)

Dietary: Vegetarian

Ingredients

→ Base Ingredients

01 1 cup of white chocolate wafers for melting
02 1 cup of dark chocolate wafers for melting
03 48 tiny pretzel pieces

→ For Sheep Decorations

04 24 edible eyes (3/16 inch size)
05 3 tablespoons of white sprinkle nonpareils

→ For Bunny Decorations

06 24 mini dark blue or black sprinkle dots (nonpareils)
07 12 small pink sprinkle hearts

→ Additional Decorations

08 2 tablespoons of sprinkle mix in soft colors

Instructions

Step 01

In a microwave-safe dish, warm chocolate wafers at 50% power for about 1–2 minutes. Stir until the chocolate is smooth, microwaving an extra 15 seconds if needed. Transfer the melted chocolate into a zip-top bag and snip off a corner to make a handy piping tool.

Step 02

Coat pretzels in melted white chocolate, letting the excess drip off before chilling them in the fridge. Once cooled, draw on a bunny face using more melted white chocolate. Add sprinkles for the eyes and nose—a heart for the nose works great! Use a food pen to sketch some whiskers.

Step 03

Dip the pretzels in white chocolate and sprinkle with nonpareils immediately. Let them chill until they harden. Use the dark chocolate to pipe on the sheep’s face and ears, and press in the edible eyes while the chocolate is still soft.

Step 04

Dunk the pretzels in dark chocolate, then sprinkle with pastel decorations while still wet. Alternatively, cool them first, then add a drizzle of melted white chocolate in different colors for a fun twist.

Notes

  1. Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks at room temperature.
  2. You can switch out the melting wafers for candy melts, almond bark, or even regular bars of chocolate.
  3. These make a lovely homemade gift when wrapped in clear treat bags.

Tools You'll Need

  • Microwave-friendly bowl
  • Wax paper-lined tray for cooling
  • Plastic zip bag to act as a piping bag
  • Edible ink marker

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Contains dairy from chocolate products.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 44
  • Total Fat: 3 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 5 g
  • Protein: 1 g