Halloween Pretzel Ghosts are made with salty pretzel twists. Dipped in melted white chocolate and topped with candy eyeballs they are a spooky, fun Halloween treat! They're simple to make and the perfect way to add some fun to your Halloween party!
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Why you'll love this recipe
✔️ It’s an easy treat that your kids will love.
✔️ The salty pretzels pair perfectly with the sweetness of the white chocolate.
✔️ The best part of this recipe is that kids will love helping you make them.
Ingredients
Please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post for the exact measurements.
- 36 small pretzels twists
- white chocolate chips or white candy melts
- candy eyes or chocolate chips
- optional lime green sprinkles
Instructions
This is an overview of the instructions. For complete directions, scroll down to the bottom.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper set aside.
- Place the white chocolate chips or candy melts with the oil in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until completely melted and smooth.
- Dip each pretzel into the melted white chocolate using a fork, ensuring it's fully coated. Allow excess chocolate to drip off.
- Place the chocolate-coated pretzels on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet.
- While the white chocolate is still wet, gently press two candy eyes into the small loops of each pretzel.
- Allow the pretzels to set until the white chocolate has hardened.
- Once the chocolate has completely set, your Halloween Pretzel Ghosts are ready to be enjoyed!
Equipment
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- Cookie sheet
- Microwave-safe bowl
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FAQ's
These cute ghost pretzels will last up to 1 week if stored in an airtight container and kept at room temperature.
Chocolate covered pretzels can be made up to 48 hours in advance and stored in an airtight container. Just make sure they are kept at room temperature or the chocolate will melt!
If your pretzels are not hardening, it's likely because the temperature of the room is too warm. Try storing them in a cool dry place and let them sit for a few hours before enjoying!
Test kitchen tips
- Do not refrigerate or freeze the Halloween treats. The condensation will cause the eyeball to smear.
- I use high-quality white chocolate like Ghirardelli chocolate to make these pretzels. Not only does the chocolate taste better, but it also sticks well.
- If your chocolate is not smooth add a little bit of coconut oil or vegetable shortening to smooth it out.
- Is your chocolate hardening before you finish dipping all your pretzels? Pop it back into the microwave for about 20 seconds then give it a stir and return to dipping.
- A double boiler can be used to melt the chocolate if you don't like using the microwave. Plus, the double boiler will keep the chocolate melted the entire time you dip the pretzels.
- Over the years, I've learned that when dipping sweet treats into melted chocolate, a fork is the best way to dip and remove the excess chocolate without making a mess.
Variations
- Instead of using the mini pretzel twists, you can also use pretzel rods to make spooky ghosts.
- If you don't have small candy eyes, and you want to skip a trip to your local grocery store to buy them you can use an edible marker to draw the eyes on instead or mini chocolate chips.
- You can also give these pretzels a mummy look, by adding any leftover melted candy to a piping bag and piping it over the top.
- White almond bark can be used instead of white chocolate or candy melts.
- Add some green sprinkles for hair or use green candy melts to give these Halloween pretzels a spooky glow!
Storage
Refrigerate - Store in an airtight container at room temperaturefor up to a week. Do not refrigerate or freeze.
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- This Mummy Meatloaf is the perfect Halloween dinner to make before you send the kids off to trick or treat.
- You can never go wrong with these Halloween Potatoes as a side dish for your family during the spooky season. Not only are they cute, but who can resist delicious potatoes?
- While are you indulging in festive treats sip on one of these Boozy Halloween Cocktails while watching the kids go door to door.
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Halloween Pretzel Ghosts
Equipment
- Microwave-proof mixing bowl
Ingredients
- 36 small pretzels twists
- 11 ounces white chocolate chips or white candy melts
- 72 candy eyes you can also use chocolate chips for eyes
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
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Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper set aside.
- Place the white chocolate chips and oil in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until completely melted and smooth.
- Dip each pretzel into the melted white chocolate using a fork, ensuring it's fully coated. Allow excess chocolate to drip off.
- Place the chocolate-coated pretzels on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet.
- While the white chocolate is still wet, gently press two candy eyes into the small loops of each pretzel.
- Allow the pretzels to set until the white chocolate has hardened.
- Once the chocolate has completely set, your Halloween Pretzel Ghosts are ready to be enjoyed!
Michele
What is the oil used for?
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The oil is added to the white chocolate before it's placed in the microwave. The oil makes the chocolate melt more smoothly, which makes it perfect for dipping!