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Colorful Butterfly Pretzels

Colorful Butterfly Pretzels: Sweet Fun for Spring Celebrations

Colorful Butterfly Pretzels are a delightful snack perfect for spring celebrations, offering sweet and salty fun for both kids and adults.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Setting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 47 minutes
Servings: 12 pretzels
Course: Snacks
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pretzels
  • 2 cups Mini Pretzels These provide the perfect salty crunch.
  • 1 cup Pretzel Sticks Break these for the butterfly bodies.
For the Coating
  • 2 cups Pastel-colored Candy Melts (pink, blue, green, orange) Mix colors for a whimsical approach.
  • 1 cup White Non-Pareils Sprinkles Enhance the visual appeal.
For Easy Setup
  • 1 sheet Wax or Parchment Paper Use this to set coated pretzels without stickiness.

Equipment

  • microwave
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Food Tweezers
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Lay out a large sheet of wax or parchment paper on your workspace.
  2. Gather all your ingredients and equipment including mini pretzels, pretzel sticks, candy melts, and sprinkles.
  3. In separate microwave-safe bowls, add each color of pastel candy melts and heat in the microwave at 50% power until melted.
  4. Using food tweezers, dip a pretzel stick into one of the melted candy colors and set it upright on the prepared wax paper.
  5. Dip two mini pretzels in another color and place them next to the stick to create the butterfly's wings.
  6. Sprinkle white non-pareils over the wings and body while the coating is still wet.
  7. Allow the pretzels to set at room temperature for 15-30 minutes or refrigerate for faster hardening.
  8. Carefully peel pretzels off the wax paper and arrange them on a platter.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pretzelCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 8g

Notes

Store pretzels in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. For longer storage, freeze them in a single layer and then transfer to a freezer bag for up to 2 months.

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