Pretzel Hugs

5 from 1 vote

Sweet and salty Pretzel Hugs with M&Ms are the ultimate 3-ingredient Christmas pretzel treat. Fast, festive, and perfect for cookie trays or edible gifts.

Prep Time10

Cook Time8

Total Time18

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Calories: 31kcal

Author: Jennifer Fishkind

Ingredients

84 square mini pretzels
84 Hershey’s hugs unwrapped
84 M&M's, red and green

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 200°F.
Unwrap the Hershey's hugs and set aside.
Using a large baking sheet, place a silicone baking mat on the sheet, and place the pretzels on the mat in rows. You can put them all pretty in lines or just fit them all on there.
84 square mini pretzels
Place an unwrapped Hershey’s hug on the center of each pretzel.
84 Hershey’s hugs
Put the baking sheet into the oven and bake for 5 to 6 minutes or until the chocolate is soft but not melted all flat.
Remove the baking pan and gently push the M&M's on top of each Hershey’s hug.
84 M&M's, red and green
Let them cool for the chocolate to harden. You can also place them in the fridge or freezer if you’re in a hurry.

Notes

Storage:

Make ahead: Pretzel Hugs can be made several days before your event. Let them set completely, then store covered.
Store: Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for 1–2 weeks.
Reheat: No reheating needed — enjoy straight from the container.
Freeze: Not recommended, as the pretzels may soften once thawed.

Tips:

Use equal amounts of pretzels, Hugs, and M&Ms; scale up or down easily.
Friendly reminder: unwrap the Hugs first.
Line the pan so pieces release cleanly.
Don’t overbake - the chocolate should look shiny and soft, not flat and melted.
Add more than one M&M for a playful look.
Always let them cool completely before storing or packaging.
Make extra, these disappear quickly at parties.

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