Cookie Dough Pretzel Bites
These delightful treats combine sweet cookie dough with salty pretzels, all coated in melted chocolate, creating a perfect balance of flavors and textures.
Ingredients
For the cookie dough
- 1/2 cup softened butter Make sure the butter is softened for a creamy texture.
- 2/3 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1.5 cups heat-treated all-purpose flour Ensure flour is heat-treated to avoid foodborne illnesses.
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
For coating
- 3/4 cup chocolate chips or chunks Melted for dipping.
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil Helps in melting the chocolate smoothly.
For assembly
- 40 pieces pretzels Approximately for sandwiching cookie dough.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a microwave-safe bowl, microwave the butter until just warm.
- Blend in brown sugar until creamy.
- Add milk and vanilla extract, stirring to combine.
- Gradually mix in heat-treated flour until a soft dough forms.
- Fold in mini chocolate chips.
- Place the dough in the freezer for 10 minutes.
- After freezing, scoop dough and roll into half-inch balls.
- Arrange cookie dough balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Assembly
- Place two pretzels side by side.
- Sandwich each cookie dough ball between the pretzels.
Chocolate Coating
- In another microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips with vegetable oil in intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Dip each pretzel sandwich halfway into the chocolate and let excess drip off.
Finalizing
- Transfer to the fridge or freezer to solidify.
Notes
For variations, try different types of chocolate chips or add seasonal sprinkles for a festive touch.