Description
Rolo Pretzel Bites with M&M Candies — a quick, festive snack that disappears fast. These little sweet-and-salty treats take minutes to make and are perfect for holiday trays or last-minute gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 30 waffle or ring pretzels
- 30 Rolo candies (or Hershey’s Kisses)
- 30 M&M candies (regular or mini)
- Sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 250°F (120°C).
- Line a baking sheet with a silicone mat or parchment paper. Arrange the pretzels in a single layer.
- Set one Rolo (or Kiss) on top of each pretzel.
- Bake 4–5 minutes, just until the candy softens and becomes slightly glossy. Watch closely — you want softening, not puddles.
- Remove the tray from the oven and immediately press an M&M onto the center of each softened candy. Press gently so the candy spreads a little and grips the M&M.
- If using sprinkles, add them now so they stick to the warm chocolate.
- Let the bites cool fully on the sheet. If you need them firm fast, pop the pan into the fridge for 10–15 minutes.
Notes
- Notes & tips
- Use fresh pretzels and fresh Rolos for best texture and melt. Stale pretzels lose their crunch; old Rolos may not soften nicely.
- Do not overbake. Five minutes is the max—longer time turns the caramel into a gooey mess.
- Unwrap the Rolos (or Kisses) before you start. It speeds assembly and keeps you from burning your fingers.
- Swap M&M colors for any holiday or party theme. Mini M&Ms work great if you want smaller bites.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for several days; the pretzels will soften over time. Refrigerate briefly to speed setting, but expect slight condensation when brought back to room temp.
- Quick variations
- Use peanut-butter-filled chocolates for extra flavor.
- Drizzle with melted white or dark chocolate after setting for a fancier look.
- Add a pinch of flaky sea salt to each bite for a grown-up touch.
Nutrition
- Calories: 39kcal
- Sodium: 18mg
- Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 4.5g