These Valentines Day Pretzels come together using only 3 ingredients! A salty sweet combination perfect for giving away as gifts, parties, or snacking!
Valentine Pretzel Treats
If you’re looking for a festive way to celebrate Valentine’s Day, look no further than these salty and sweet chocolate covered pretzels. A crunchy, salty pretzel topped with a creamy Hershey kiss and chocolate M & M, how can you go wrong? Not only are they quick and easy to prepare, but they are perfect for just about any Holiday. Simply change up the color of the M & M’s to fit the occasion!
Why You’ll Love these Valentines Day Pretzels
- Makes the perfect gift– simply allow to fully cool and place in a tin or cellophane bag for a great gift to share
- Easily customizable for any occasion or Holiday– change up the Hershey kiss flavor and/or M & M color and you are set for any special day
- Quick to prepare– these pretzels are prepped and baked in less than 10 minutes, have the kids help you in the kitchen
- Perfect for any salty sweet craving– next time that sweet tooth craving hits, make these tasty treats and satisfy it in no time
Ingredients Needed to make these Valentine’s Day Pretzel Treats
See printable recipe card below for exact ingredient amounts and step by step directions.
- Pretzels– any type works. I prefer using the Mini pretzel Twists because I like their shape for the Hershey kisses, however, if you are lucky enough to find circles, those are great too. Square pretzels are a great option too.
- Hershey Kisses– I use classic milk chocolate kisses, however, Hugs or any flavor work great too. Peppermint kisses are a great option at Christmas. If you want a creamier chocolate, Dove chocolate hearts are great for the Valentine theme being that they are heart shaped.
- M & M’s– grab your favorite flavor and make these festive. I use Cupid’s mix during Valentines Day as they are pink, red, and white.
Variations of Chocolate Valentine Pretzel Bites
- Make a pretzel sandwich by adding an additional pretzel on top of the melted Hershey kiss in place of the M & M candy.
- Use a Rolo candy in place of the kiss for a caramel addition.
- In place of the M & M, use a toasted pecan, walnut, or favorite nut.
- Use Dove Hearts in place of Hershey Kisses.
- Change up the flavor of the Hershey Kiss and use Hugs, Red Velvet, White Chocolate, Peppermint, etc.
- Reese Pieces work great in place of the M & M’s.
- Add colorful sprinkles to the melted chocolate.
How to make Valentines Day Pretzels
- Preheat oven to 200 degrees F and line a baking tray with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
- Lay out the pretzels on the baking sheet in a single layer.
- Place an unwrapped Hershey kiss or Dove chocolate heart on top of each pretzel.
- Place the cookie sheet into the oven for about 5 minutes, or until shiny and soft.
- Remove from the oven and push an M & M candy into the center of each Hershey kiss.
- Place the tray into the refrigerator to firm back up for about 10-15 minutes. Enjoy!
How to store Chocolate Valentine Pretzels
- Make sure these pretzel treats are fully cooled before storing.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature up to 7 days.
- If storing in the refrigerator, place in airtight container up to 2 weeks. These can also be frozen up to 2 months. Be sure to thaw before serving as the kiss gets quite hard when frozen.
- To give away as a gift, place treats into a glass jar decorated with ribbon, or a cute cellophane bag!
Tips for the best Valentines Day Pretzels
- Don’t over bake the chocolate. You want the Hershey kiss shiny and soft, but not fully melted. Keep an eye on them as they bake since every oven is different.
- Allow the pretzels to fully cool before storing to prevent them from tasting stale.
- I like to press the labelled side of the M & M into the chocolate so only the colored side shows on the chocolate. Keeps it festive.
- Work quickly to press the M & M into the melted chocolate as you don’t want it to reharden.
- Line your cookie sheet with parchment paper, aluminum foil, or a silicone mat to make clean up a breeze.
More Valentine Recipes to try from the blog
Valentines Day Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie– just the thing to make for your Valentine! This delicious skillet cookie is so easy to make and is ready to eat all ooey, gooey and warm straight from the oven! Top the cookie with vanilla ice cream and you'll be in dessert heaven.
Easy Valentines Cookies– delicious, easy, and take less than 20 minutes to prepare! Chewy, soft, and full of ooey, gooey chocolaty goodness in every bite!
Cupid’s Strawberry Boozy Mudslide– a combo of fruit and classic cocktail ingredients, is just the thing to whip up for your Valentine!
Strawberry White Chocolate Pie– creamy, delicious, and perfectly sweet! Next time that sweet tooth craving hits, this is just the pie to try!
Strawberry Brownie Trifle– includes layers of brownies, pudding, and fresh strawberries throughout! Perfect for parties, gatherings, or when that sweet tooth craving hits!
Strawberry Pop Rock Jello Shots– add a little fun to any party and serve these Strawberry Pop Rock Jello Shots! Great flavor and an added fun popping crunch to enhance the texture!
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Valentines Day Pretzel Treats
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 bag Pretzels *About 16 oz bag, any type works
- 1 bag M & M's *11.4 oz bag
- 12 oz Hershey Kisses *or hugs, any flavor, Dove hearts
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 200 degrees. Line a large cookie sheet with Parchment Paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Place pretzels in single layer rows on cookie sheet.
- Place 1 unwrapped Hershey's Hug on the center of each pretzel.
- Bake for about 5 minutes or until shiny and soft.
- Remove from oven, and immediately {and carefully} press 1 M&M gently down on top of the center of each Hug.
- Cool for at least 10 minutes and allow the candies to harden back up. {or pop your cookie sheet in the fridge for 10 minutes to speed up the process}.
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