Halloween-Themed Chocolate Dipped Pretzels: Pumpkin, Bats & Mummies

Here we are with another easy Halloween treat that is sure to please! If you’ve missed any of the posts in this Halloween recipe mini-series you are going to want to check them out! I’ve already covered easy ghost and 3 ingredient jack-o-lantern cupcakes, chocolate bat snack cakes made with swiss rolls and Halloween dipped marshmallow pops, and now onto one of my favs chocolate covered pretzels!

You can’t go wrong with these delicious pumpkin-themed chocolate dipped pretzels, bats, and mummies. They are so easy to make and use inexpensive ingredients that most people already have on hand. Plus, they’ll be a hit at your next Halloween party! The candy eyes make them creepy and fun!

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Equipment You’ll Need To Make The Halloween Dipped Pretzels

All you need to make these Halloween-dipped pretzels is some parchment paper, a baking sheet, and a couple of medium-size bowls to hold the melted chocolate or candy melts.

Ingredients You’ll Need For Your Pumpkin Dipped Pretzels

24 Mini Pretzels
1/2 cup Orange Candy Melts (can use orange-colored pumpkin spice chips or white chocolate with orange gel coloring)
24 Green Chocolate Chips (or can use green sixlets or green jelly beans cut in half)

Ingredients You’ll Need For Your Mummy Pretzels

24 Mini Pretzels
1/2 cup White Candy Melts (or white chocolate chips)
24 Candy Eyeballs

Ingredients You’ll Need For Your Bats Pretzels

24 Mini Pretzels
1/2 cup Black Candy Melts (or semi-sweet chocolate chips)
24 Candy Eyeballs

How To Make Halloween Pumpkin Pretzels

Cover a cutting board or cookie sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Place the candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl and heat for 20 seconds. Stir well and reheat as needed, until smooth and completely melted.
Use a fork or candy coating tool to individually dip each pretzel into the melted candy coating. Allow the excess candy coating to drip back into the bowl before placing the pretzel on the prepared cutting board. Repeat with all pretzels.
Place the green chocolate chip at the top of the pretzel where the two arches meet.
Allow candy coating to dry completely before serving or storing, about 30 minutes to one hour.

How to Make Halloween Pretzel Mummies

Cover a cutting board or cookie sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Place the candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl and heat for 20 seconds. Stir well and reheat as needed, until smooth and completely melted.
Use a fork or candy coating tool to individually dip each pretzel into the melted candy coating. Allow the excess candy coating to drip back into the bowl before placing the pretzel on the prepared cutting board. Repeat with all pretzels.
Take a toothpick and get a glob of the candy melt on the end and make two dots where you want to put the eyes(at the top of the pretzel is best so the center can mimic a mouth). Place a candy eye on top of the candy melt or chocolate and press down firmly.
Repeat this process with the rest of the pretzels.
Allow candy coating to dry completely before serving or storing, about 30 minutes to one hour.

How to Make Halloween Pretzel Bats

Cover a cutting board or cookie sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Place the candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl and heat for 20 seconds. Stir well and reheat as needed, until smooth and completely melted.
Use a fork or candy coating tool to individually dip each pretzel into the melted candy coating. Allow the excess candy coating to drip back into the bowl before placing the pretzel on the prepared cutting board. Repeat with all pretzels.
Take a toothpick and get a glob of the candy melt on the end and make two dots where you want to put the eyes (at the bottom of the pretzel is best so the top mimics the wings). Place a candy eye on top of the candy melt or chocolate and press down firmly.
Repeat this process with the rest of the pretzels.

Halloween Chocolate Pretzel FAQs

Do chocolate covered pretzels go stale?

Like with any pretzel, they can and will go stale. How fast that happens really depends on the humidity level in your area and how air-tight your storage container is.

How long will Dipped pretzels stay fresh?

As long as you store them in an airtight container at room temperature they will stay fresh for a week or even two. If you want to make them last longer than that, then store them in the fridge and try not to eat too many! (Believe me, It’s hard to do!)

Can I use candy melts instead of chocolate chips for the mummies? How about white chocolate chips or almond bark?

If you’re looking for a more durable option you can use candy melts. Just keep in mind that they will be not only sweeter but also harder and less chewy than chocolate chips. If white chocolate is your thing then go ahead! Or if almond bark works better with your color scheme, give it a try as well.

What is the best chocolate for dipping pretzels in?

I like to use milk chocolate or white chocolate for dipping pretzels. Dark and bittersweet can also work, but if you’re going to be doing a lot of decorating on top with dark colors then it’s easier to see fine details with the lighter chocolates.

What type of pretzels works best for dipping?

Any will do! I used traditional thin and crispy ones, but if you prefer thicker or more chewy ones go ahead. You can use any shape or size that you like.

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