Description
Your New Favorite Holiday Tradition: Christmas Pretzel Hugs
Hey friends, Beau here! Can you smell that? It’s the scent of pine needles, cinnamon sticks, and pure, unadulterated holiday magic wafting from the kitchen. And you know what? You’re officially invited to join the party.
If you’ve ever found yourself scrolling through endless complicated dessert recipes, feeling that familiar pang of “I-don’t-have-time-for-this,” then take a deep breath and get ready to fall in love. Today, we’re making Christmas Pretzel Hugs — the easiest, most crowd-pleasing treat you’ll whip up this season.
Instructions
Set your oven to 200°F (95°C) — low and slow!
Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats for easy cleanup.
Place pretzel snaps in a single layer on your baking sheet. This is a great step for little helpers!
Unwrap your Hershey’s Kisses (holiday music makes this part go faster!) and place one in the center of each pretzel, pointy tip facing up.
Bake for 2–3 minutes, just until the chocolate looks glossy and soft.
Don’t overbake — they’ll continue to soften from residual heat!
Remove the tray from the oven and immediately press an M&M candy gently into the center of each Kiss.
Chef’s Secret: Press straight down, not sideways, to avoid spreading the chocolate.
Let them cool completely at room temp, or chill in the fridge for 15–20 minutes if you’re in a hurry.
Once firm, they’re ready to serve or package!
Notes
-
Double-check your oven temp! 300°F turns these into puddles.
-
Make double batches — they vanish.
-
Imperfect ones (tilted M&Ms, uneven chocolate) are often the most charming.
-
Store in an airtight container at room temp for up to 1 week or refrigerated for 2 weeks.
Nutrition
- Calories: 45 Cal Per Serving
- Sugar: 4g
- Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 6g