Spider Web Chocolate Pretzels

Looking for a fun and festive Halloween treat? These Chocolate Spider Web Pretzels are an easy no-bake snack made with just a few simple ingredients. They're perfect for Halloween parties or anytime you need a spooky treat!

With my kids getting older, I don't make as many Halloween treats as I did when they were little, but these pretzel spiderwebs are one tradition I'll probably continue even when they have kids of their own. The sweet and salty combination makes them one of my favorite Halloween treats! Be sure to check out my Mummy Meatballs for another fun Halloween party idea! If you love sweet and salty snacks, my Candy Corn Pretzel Hugs are another family favorite.

Quick Look: Spider Web Chocolate Pretzels

• Taste: Sweet and salty
• Texture: Crunchy pretzels with smooth chocolate
• Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes, including chill time
• Skill Level: Beginner
• Tools: Baking sheet, piping bag, microwave-safe bowl
• Serving: About 8 spider webs
• What They Are: Spider web pretzels are a no-bake Halloween treat made by arranging pretzel sticks into a web shape and piping melted chocolate over the top.

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Ingredient Notes

Below is a brief overview of the ingredients needed. To see exact amounts and printable recipe card, scroll to the bottom of this post.

• Pretzel Sticks: Any brand works great! To make these Halloween pretzel treats gluten-free, use gluten-free pretzel sticks, such as Snyder’s.
• Melting Wafers: I prefer white melting wafers because they melt smoothly and set up nicely once chilled. White chocolate chips or white almond bark work too.
• Sprinkles: Halloween sprinkles add a fun touch! If you can’t find any, stick to orange, black, purple, and white.
• Icing: Black writing icing works best for drawing the little spiders. You can find it at your grocery store, Michaels, or Hobby Lobby.

How to make Halloween Spider Web Pretzels

Step 1. Line a baking sheet or cutting board with parchment paper or wax paper. Arrange 8 pretzel sticks in a circle to form the base of each spider web, similar to a star or snowflake.

Step 2. Place the melting wafers or white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between each, until melted and smooth.

Step 3. Transfer the melted chocolate to a piping bag or Ziploc bag and snip off the tip. Add a generous amount of chocolate to the center of the web to hold the pretzel sticks in place, then swirl outward to create the spider web design. Top with Halloween sprinkles.

Step 4. Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator to chill for about an hour. Remove and use the black writing icing to draw little spiders onto each web. Return to the refrigerator for another hour to allow everything to set. Serve and enjoy these fun Halloween chocolate pretzel treats!

Tips for Success

• Add M&M’s: For extra Halloween fun, add Halloween-colored M&M’s to the webs. Use a small dot of melted chocolate to hold each candy in place. You can add these with the spiders or instead of them.
• Allow time to set: Don’t rush the chilling process! The chocolate needs time to firm up. You can place the webs in the freezer to speed things up.
• Using chocolate chips: If using white chocolate chips instead of melting wafers, add about 3 teaspoons of coconut oil when melting to help create a smoother consistency.
• Great for gifting: Place individual pretzel spider webs in clear treat bags once fully set. They’re perfect for friends, neighbors, and teachers! For another sweet and salty treat to share, try my Caramel Apple Bark.
• Candy spiders: If you can find edible candy spiders, use those instead of drawing spiders with black writing icing.
• Fixing the spider webs: If the melted chocolate doesn’t form the web design exactly how you want, use a toothpick to gently adjust the lines before the chocolate sets.

Storage

Once the chocolate has fully set, carefully remove the pretzel spider webs from the parchment paper using a thin spatula. Store in a large airtight container with parchment paper between layers to prevent sticking. Keep in a cool, dry place away from heat so the chocolate stays firm and the pretzels stay crunchy.

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