This Christmas pretzel rod recipe is a classic Christmas treat. They are easy to make, look beautiful, and taste delicious. Serve these Christmas pretzel rods at your next party or gathering.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to lay the pretzel rods on to dry.
Place chocolate and vanilla almond bark in separate microwave safe bowls.
Melt the almond bark according to package instructions (usually its about 1 minute of microwaving). Stir the almond bark to ensure it is smooth and all the way melted. Microwave in additional 20 second increments if needed.
Pour the almond bark into a two tall glasses to make it easier to dip (one glass for vanilla and one for chocolate).
Dip the pretzel and then give it a gentle shake and allow some of the excess chocolate to run off.
Lay the pretzel on the parchment paper.
Decorating with sprinkles: Before the almond bark dries, toss on sprinkles.
Decorating with almond bark drizzle: Allow the pretzel to completely dry and then use a spoon to drizzle on almond bark of the opposite flavor. Drizzle in a back and forth motion.
Allow them to dry and transfer to a platter to serve.
Notes
Other tasty toppings: red and green mini m&ms, mini marshmallows, or mini chocolate chips.Store in an airtight container on the countertop for 1-2 weeks.