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Patriotic Caramel Pretzel Bites Recipe: The Perfect Red, White & Blue Treat

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Patriotic Caramel Pretzel Bites are festive sweet-and-salty treats made with crunchy pretzels, soft caramel, creamy candy coating, and colorful red, white, and blue decorations. Perfect for Fourth of July celebrations, Memorial Day parties, Labor Day gatherings, and summer entertaining.

  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 50 bites 1x
  • Method: Blended / No-Bake

Ingredients

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  • 50 mini pretzels
  • 25 soft caramel candies, unwrapped and halved
  • 12 ounces white candy melts
  • 1/2 cup red, white, and blue sprinkles
  • 2 tablespoons red candy melts (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons blue candy melts (optional)
  • Star-shaped sprinkles (optional)
  • Edible glitter (optional)

Instructions

  1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Arrange pretzels in a single layer.
  3. Place half a caramel candy on each pretzel.
  4. Warm briefly until caramel softens.
  5. Press gently to secure caramel to pretzel.
  6. Melt white candy melts according to package directions.
  7. Spoon melted candy over each caramel pretzel.
  8. Immediately decorate with patriotic sprinkles.
  9. Add optional red and blue candy drizzle.
  10. Allow coating to set completely.
  11. Serve or store in an airtight container.

Notes

  • Use fresh pretzels for the best crunch.
  • Do not overheat the caramel.
  • Decorate while the candy coating is still wet.
  • Perfect for patriotic holidays and summer parties.
  • Store at room temperature for up to one week.
  • Freeze for up to two months.
  • Kids enjoy helping decorate these treats.
  • Customize colors for other holidays and celebrations.

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