The holiday season is all about…

Thoughtful touches–whether it’s sharing in special moments, beautifully wrapped gifts, festive treats, or fun surprises for your loved ones. Why not combine all three with these Chocolate-Covered Pretzels?

They’re easy to make, absolutely delicious, and—thanks to our flavour drops—you can transform ordinary pretzels into irresistible bursts of flavour! Even better, this recipe offers a fun, creative way to add a personal touch to your gifts.

“I’m one of those people who loves gift wrapping! I see it as a chance to use my creativity to personalize each gift in a way that makes people feel thought of. When creating a recipe for this time of year, I pictured a delicious little treat tied to the outside of a gift. Chocolate-covered pretzels feel like the perfect choice—they look beautiful when wrapped up, and they can be made quickly, which is essential during the busy holiday season.” – Autumn

There’s something special about combining creativity with flavour. These pretzels not only taste amazing but also look stunning when tied with a ribbon or nestled in clear gift bags as the perfect homemade party favour.

What sets these pretzels apart are their unique flavour combinations. Forget ordinary chocolate—our flavour drops let you elevate these treats with layers of flavour, so you can customize them to suit the person you’re gifting them to. Here are three festive options Autumn chose to make this recipe truly shine:

Gingerbread Cheesecake – A holiday favourite with warm, spiced gingerbread notes paired with creamy cheesecake.
Creamsicle Citrus – A bright, citrusy twist with mandarin and yuzu, offering a refreshing, nostalgic flavour.
Caramel-Nut – Rich, buttery caramel paired with hazelnut for a decadent, indulgent finish.

So, whether you choose to gift them or keep them all to yourself (no judgment here—they’re that good!), this recipe is a must-try for the season!

Chocolate-Covered Pretzels

Ingredients

1 small bag around 200 grams salted pretzels
1 cup chopped white chocolate or white melting chocolate
1 tsp coconut oil

FLAVOUR OPTIONS:
Choose one flavour option to add to your melted chocolate. The measurements provided below are for 1 cup of melted white chocolate. If you’re making multiple batches, create a fresh batch of melted chocolate for each flavour option.

Gingerbread Cheesecake:

40 drops Hedessent Gingerbread Flavour Drops
24 drops Hedessent Cheesecake Flavour Drops
Topping: 1/4 cup graham crumbs for sprinkling

Creamsicle Citrus:

30 drops Hedessent Mandarin Orange Flavour Drops
20 drops Hedessent Yuzu Natural Flavour Drops
Topping: 3 tbsp orange zest for sprinkling

Caramel-Nut:

40 drops drops Hedessent Caramel Flavour Drops
25 drops drops Hedessent Hazelnut Flavour Drops
Topping: 1/3 cup chopped hazelnuts for sprinkling

Instructions

Prepare Your Workspace:

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place pretzels in an easy-to-access bowl. Once the chocolate is ready, it may set quickly, so it’s important to work efficiently.

Melting Chocolate:

In a small saucepan, combine white chocolate, coconut oil, and flavour drops of choice. Melt over low heat, stirring regularly until smooth and just melted. Remove from heat.

Dip and Decorate:

Dip one end of each pretzel into the melted chocolate and place it onto the parchment paper.
Work in batches of 5-10 pretzels to ensure the chocolate remains soft enough to add toppings. Sprinkle with your chosen topping before the chocolate sets.

Set the Pretzels:

Once all pretzels are dipped and decorated, place them in the fridge or freezer for 5-10 minutes until the chocolate is fully set.

Wrap (Optional):

For a creative party favour or gift wrap idea, place 2-3 pretzels in a clear, food-safe bag and tie with ribbon.

Notes

Troubleshooting Tip:
If the chocolate starts to set too quickly, return it to low heat, stirring gently until smooth again. Avoid overheating to prevent the chocolate from seizing.

Meet Autumn Ongaro

Autumn is a food photographer, recipe developer, food educator, and gardener. She conjures divine dishes using the bounty of fresh, seasonal ingredients as her inspiration. Autumn’s recipes are flavour forward, approachable and aim to inspire connection to each ingredient. Her newly published book FEAD: A Taste of Home in Norfolk County carries you through the four seasons as she shares the histories of local farms and transforms their beautiful crops into approachable dishes. You can follow along with her delicious adventures on Instagram @evolvingautumn.