Description
Lucky Irish charm meets sweet crunch in these playful shamrock pretzel pops, blending festive green sugar with salty pretzel goodness. Crisp, delightful bites bring St. Patrick’s Day cheer you can easily create and share with friends.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 36 mini pretzel twists
- 12 lollipop sticks or paper straws
- 1 cup green candy melts (or white chocolate + green food coloring)
Chocolates and Decorative Ingredients:
- 12 green candy-coated chocolates (like M&Ms)
- Green sprinkles
Additional Ingredient:
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) coconut oil or vegetable shortening (optional, for smoother melting)
Instructions
- Prepare a clean workspace by lining a baking sheet with parchment paper to create a smooth surface for crafting shamrock pretzel treats.
- Gently warm green candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring every 30 seconds until completely liquefied and glossy, adding a touch of coconut oil if the consistency seems too thick.
- Carefully position three mini pretzels to form a distinctive shamrock shape on the prepared parchment paper, ensuring they touch at the center points.
- Insert a lollipop stick through the center of the pretzel configuration, nestling it slightly underneath to provide stability and support.
- Place a vibrant green M&M precisely at the center intersection where the pretzels meet, creating a decorative focal point.
- Drizzle the melted green candy coating generously over the pretzels, using a spoon or piping bag to fully connect and secure the pretzel pieces together.
- While the candy coating remains wet, sprinkle festive green sugar or decorative sprinkles across the surface for an extra touch of whimsy and color.
- Allow the shamrock pretzel pops to set at room temperature for approximately 20-30 minutes, or expedite the process by chilling in the refrigerator for 10 minutes until completely firm.
- Once solidified, delicately lift the pops from the parchment paper and serve these charming St. Patrick’s Day treats.
Notes
- Choose High-Quality Pretzels: Select crisp, intact mini pretzels to ensure a sturdy and attractive shamrock shape without breakage.
- Control Melting Temperature: Heat candy melts slowly and carefully to prevent burning, which can cause discoloration and bitter taste.
- Customize Dietary Needs: Swap regular candy melts for dairy-free or vegan alternatives to accommodate different dietary restrictions.
- Enhance Decoration: Use metallic or edible glitter sprinkles for a more festive and eye-catching presentation that adds extra sparkle to the shamrock pops.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 319
- Sugar: 23 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 39 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 57 mg