Pumpkin Pretzel Bites
These easy pumpkin pretzel bites are an easy salty + sweet Fall snack that you won’t be able to stop munching on!
I’m pretty picky about my pumpkin consumption. Generally, my rule is that I stay away from pretty much anything pumpkin that is NOT baked. I think the “fresh” pumpkin flavor is just too overwhelming, and it desperately needs some butter, sugar, and flour to even it out a little bit.
My exceptions to the must-be-baked rule almost entirely include pumpkin treats that have been made with pumpkin FLAVOR (not real pumpkin). Like this pumpkin cream pie made with pumpkin pudding mix– that’s something I can get behind! Or this pumpkin fudge made with pumpkin spice morsels (like chocolate chips).
Or these pumpkin pretzel bites!
With a pretzel on the bottom, a Pumpkin Hershey Kiss, an M&M, and a drizzle of white or dark chocolate these poppable pumpkin bites are pretty irresistible.
I entirely surprised myself by loving those pumpkin Hershey Kisses. Like I said– I’m picky about pumpkin treats. And these just did not look or smell all that appealing. But in the name of research, I tried one. And then another. And then another. And then I was hooked.
Add to that a little salty crunch and an M&M and I never really stood a chance against these little guys.
Another obviously awesome thing about this recipe is that it is SO EASY. And pretty quick too.
You could skip the chocolate drizzle at the end, but I’m going to advise you not to for two reasons:
☝???? I’m sorry to say it, but these kind of look like boobs without the chocolate drizzle on top ????! And I swear, I don’t think it’s that my mind is in the gutter over here ????. You have to admit the pumpkin Kisses are pretty close to flesh colored. And the way they melt in the oven.. well, you’ll see!
And ✌???? Is there anything not made better by a chocolate drizzle? It adds the perfect texture and flavor. I really feel like it balances out the strength of the pumpkin flavor just right.
Enjoy!
Pumpkin Pretzel Bites
These easy pumpkin pretzel bites are an easy salty + sweet Fall snack that you won't be able to stop munching on!
Ingredients:
Round or square pretzels
Pumpkin Hershey Kisses (I found mine at Target)
Plain M&Ms
about 1/4 cup White or Chocolate melting candy for drizzle
Directions:
- Preheat oven to 250F degrees.
- Line baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Layer pretzels on the sheet. Unwrap Kisses and place one on each pretzel. Stick in the oven until the hug begins to melt down, about 3-4 minutes
- Remove pretzel Kisses from oven and gently press an M&M down on each one. The Kiss should flatten out when you press the M&M on it. If it is not flattening out, place the pretzel hugs back in the oven for 30 more seconds.
- Let the pretzel hugs cool completely.
- If opting for the chocolate drizzle: melt down the chocolate according to the directions on the package and drizzle it over the pretzel bites. (I like to melt mine in a zip top bag and then snip a corner to pipe).
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They look amazing and…I put something very close to this in that big project Ive been working on. :) I could gobble up so many of these right now! Pinned! I
Mmmm….a few of these rolled in butter and cinnamon sugar sound amazing!!
These look absolutely amazingly wonderful!
This looks fantastic! Homemade pretzels are always amazing, and adding pumpkin just makes them better. Pinned!
I’m so glad it’s pumpkin season. These pumpkin pretzel bites… oh my. They look delicious!
Boiling water makes a pretzel. It’s a must! :)
Is this a recipe that you need the stand mixer? I don’t have one and I’d love to make these, but I don’t want the texture to end up being weird….
You could do this without a stand mixer, just be sure to knead really well until the dough is smooth and elastic! You’ll also probably want to add 1/8 cup more flour if you’re working with your hands!
Simply Amazing! Ill trust you and take the extra time to boil first :) If I’m going to do it, do it right ;)
These look mouth watering good! I wish I had these in front of me right now!
I’ve been wanting to try pumpkin pretzels for awhile, after seeing these, I know I shouldn’t put it off any longer!
Oh, be still my heart! Pretzels are my favorite thing in zee world. At lunch a couple days ago, I got pretzel bites as an app AND a pretzel bun on my burger. And I could have easily ordered like, 3 more plain pretzel buns on the side because I friggin’ love ’em! Tootally need to make these and get all fat and happy with them :)
Love the idea of pumpkin pretzels!
I LOVE homemade pretzels and pumpkin makes them even more awesome! I can’t wait to try them!
I’m in pumpkin heaven, or nirvana, or something like that. Anyway it’s a very nice place with a LOT of pumpkin recipes. This looks delicious!!!
bite-sized pumpkin infused soft pretzels. I knew I loved you for a reason my friend. :) These are soooo up my alley!
You are the queen of pretzels Sally! So honored you dropped by :D
Mmm I want to dunk these in some pumpkin pie dip!!
Oh how yummy do these sound!!
Brilliant! These are now on my “must-try” list for fall! Yum!
Everything about these sound insanely delicious! Thanks so much for sharing. :)
I have two cans of half used pumpkin in my fridge that I totally should try these with. I have a little one who would gobble these up (andddd there’s a possibility he won’t be able to have gluten after next week, so I’m trying to help him enjoy all the gluten in life before that point.)
Ashton, these look amazing. I so need these in my life, and that chocolate sauce… Yum!
These look absolutely incredible!! I have got to try these!! And I’m with you I like to boil my pretzels first too.
Yum, these look awesome! I love pretzel bites too! I’ve been wanting to try them – I’m going to make sure I boil them in water! :)
These look irresistible – I could have a million of these right now!
What a great idea to combine pretzel bites and pumpkin! I’ve always been a huge fan of soft pretzels, but have been so apprehensive about making them for myself. Thanks for the inspiration — and for all the great tips you offered here!
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yum! How many servings does this make?
4-6 :)