Maple Bacon Chocolate Pretzel Bites (Printable)
Sweet, salty, and crunchy; smoky bacon and chocolate-dipped pretzel bites with hints of maple.
# Ingredient List:
→ Main Components
01 - 24 small pretzel squares
02 - 12 slices thick-cut bacon
03 - 170 g semisweet chocolate chips
04 - 60 ml pure maple syrup
# Steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Arrange bacon slices on a parchment-lined baking tray and brush both sides evenly with maple syrup.
02 - Bake bacon for 16-18 minutes or until crisp. Transfer to a clean plate and allow to cool completely before chopping into small pieces.
03 - In a microwave-safe bowl, heat chocolate chips in 20-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth and glossy.
04 - Place pretzel squares on a lined tray. Spread melted chocolate over each, sprinkle with maple bacon crumbles, and top with another pretzel to sandwich filling.
05 - Chill tray in refrigerator for 25-30 minutes to allow chocolate to set before serving.
# Expert Advice:
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- Uses four easy to find ingredients you probably already stock in your pantry and fridge
- No baking needed just a quick assembly and a chill in the fridge
- Perfect balance of textures with crisp bacon snappy chocolate and salty pretzels
- Ideal for parties gifts or a kid friendly kitchen project that wows at every age
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- Great make ahead treat does not lose crunch when refrigerated
- Packed with sweet and salty flavors perfect for snacking or gifts
- Extra candied bacon is fantastic over ice cream or yogurt if you have leftovers
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- I once rushed the chill time and the chocolate came out soft and streaky. Be patient so you get that crisp finish. Sprinkling a pinch of flaky sea salt just before serving wakes up all the flavors and makes them extra irresistible. If you want perfectly round chocolate drops use a piping bag to portion the chocolate.