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Cookie Pretzel Bites

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Tried making these for a party, and they vanished in no time! The egg-free dough is safe and fun to make with the kids—rolling dough and adding pretzels makes a fun activity. First try felt tricky, but keeping the chocolate and dough colder helped a ton. Love the mix of salty crunch and sweet cookie. Now I always double the batch since they’re a hit! Best kept in the fridge for up to a week but rarely last that long.
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Updated on Mon, 07 Apr 2025 20:12:55 GMT
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Simple Chocolate-Coated Pretzel Cookie Balls

You'll fall head over heels for these pretzel cookie treats. There's something magical about that sweet cookie filling squished between crunchy pretzels and wrapped in chocolate. I make batches for get-togethers and they vanish instantly while everyone asks for my secret.

What Makes These Pretzel Cookie Balls Addictive

The mix of salty crunch and sweet creaminess is what makes these treats unforgettable. Each bite gives you smooth cookie filling and snappy chocolate-dipped pretzels that'll make your taste buds dance. And since there's no baking needed, you can whip them up whenever sweet cravings strike.

Your Shopping List

  • Heat-treated flour: Toasted for eating raw safely.
  • Butter: Brings everything together smoothly.
  • Brown sugar: Creates that authentic cookie taste.
  • Milk: Gets the consistency just right.
  • Vanilla extract: Adds that homey sweetness.
  • Mini chocolate chips: Tiny chocolate surprises inside.
  • Round pretzels: Creates the perfect crunchy sandwich.
  • Chocolate chips: For the irresistible outer layer.
  • Crisco: Helps chocolate get glossy and coat evenly.

Creating Your Treats

Prep Your Flour
Toast the flour and cool it down completely before using.
Whip Up Your Filling
Blend everything until you've got a smooth, sweet mixture.
Create Little Sandwiches
Form small balls and press between two pretzels.
Give Them A Coat
Dunk each sandwich into melted chocolate for the finishing touch.

Storage Tips

Your pretzel cookie sandwiches will stay yummy in the fridge for up to seven days. Try switching regular butter with peanut butter or coating them in white chocolate for a twist. Adding colorful sprinkles makes them perfect for birthday parties or holidays.

Pro Tips From My Kitchen

Don't rush softening your butter - room temperature is key for silky dough. Try sprinkling a tiny bit of sea salt on wet chocolate for mind-blowing flavor. Running short on time? Stick your dough in the freezer to firm it up faster.

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A serving dish filled with chocolate-covered sandwich treats made with pretzels and cookie filling, garnished with crushed pretzel pieces. | tasteofmoms.com

Frequently Asked Questions

→ Why heat the flour?

Heating eliminates bacteria so it’s safe for no-bake snacks.

→ What’s the Crisco for?

It makes chocolate thinner for smooth dipping and easier hardening.

→ Can these go in the freezer?

Definitely! They stay fresh in an airtight container for 3 months.

→ Why chill the dough?

Cooled dough is easier to handle between the pretzels.

→ Is different chocolate okay?

Feel free to use either dark or milk chocolate—both taste great.

Cookie Pretzel Bites

Creamy cookie dough between salty pretzels, all covered in chocolate. A fun combo of crunchy, sweet, and salty flavors.

Prep Time
20 Minutes
Cook Time
~
Total Time
20 Minutes
By: Ashley

Category: Desserts

Difficulty: Intermediate

Cuisine: American

Yield: 48 Servings (48 bite-sized treats)

Dietary: Vegetarian

Ingredients

01 1 bag of round pretzels.
02 1½ cups all-purpose flour.
03 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
04 2/3 cup packed brown sugar.
05 1/4 cup of milk.
06 2 tablespoons of shortening (like Crisco).
07 1 teaspoon of vanilla.
08 1/2 cup tiny chocolate chips.
09 1½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips.
10 1/2 cup softened butter.

Instructions

Step 01

After microwaving the flour for 45 seconds twice, let it cool off.

Step 02

Beat sugar and butter together until fluffy. Stir in the milk and vanilla extract.

Step 03

Stir in salt and flour, then gently fold in the mini chocolate chips.

Step 04

Put the dough in the fridge for about 30 minutes. It'll be easier to work with after that.

Step 05

Roll small balls of dough and press them between two pretzels.

Step 06

Warm the chocolate chips and shortening until you get a silky texture.

Step 07

Dip half of each pretzel sandwich into the melted chocolate.

Step 08

Lay them out on wax paper and let them firm up completely.

Notes

  1. Microwaving flour makes it safer to eat.
  2. Keep in the freezer for up to 3 months.
  3. Chilling the dough helps make it firm and easier to shape.
  4. Want extra flavor? Add a pinch of sea salt on top.

Tools You'll Need

  • A microwave-safe dish or bowl.
  • An electric hand mixer.
  • Wax paper to cool the treats on.

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Contains dairy from butter and milk.
  • Wheat is found in the flour and pretzels.
  • Soy might be in the chocolate.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 91
  • Total Fat: 5 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 10 g
  • Protein: 1 g