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Rolo Pretzel Reindeer Recipe

Rolo Pretzel Reindeer is the perfect Christmas pretzel treat. Salty and sweet with a caramel center! These little candy reindeer are easy to make and are perfect for any holiday gathering. 
Course candy, Dessert
Cuisine American
Prep Time 13 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 20
Calories 79kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 40 Mini Pretzel Twists plus extra in case some break
  • 20 Rolo Candy
  • 40 Candy Eyes
  • 20 Candy Noses Red or Brown M&Ms or Sixlets work well

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 250 degrees F and line a baking pan with parchment paper or a Silpat baking mat.
  • Cut your pretzel twist in half down the middle. Some will break in the process, but then you have some for snacking :)
  • Place whole pretzels with the salted side down on the baking sheet. The rounded edge will be the top.
  • Unwrap your Rolo candies and place one on each of the pretzels.
    Rolo Pretzels on a baking tray.
  • Place the candies and pretzels in the oven until the chocolate softens but isn't totally melted about 1.5 - 2 minutes. It's essential to make sure they don't get too soft!!
  • Begin decorating by inserting the antlers (pretzel halves with the broken side facing in) into the top of the Rolo candy. Next, place the candy nose towards the bottom of the Rolo Candy. Finally, place the candy eyes above the nose.
    antlers being put on rolo reindeer
  • Place your Christmas Pretzels in the freezer for 5-10 minutes or refrigerator for 15-30 minutes to cool and harden. 

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Notes

  • Work quickly once the Rolo and pretzels are out of the oven.
  • The trickiest part may be cutting the pretzels. We find it important to go easy and use a sharp knife or kitchen scissors for the best results. You'll want a few extra pretzels in case of some break in the process, but then you have a few to snack on!
  • These little Candy Reindeer can be made a day or so ahead; store in an airtight container until ready to use. 
  • Make sure you watch your Rolos while in the oven to ensure they don't melt too much. 
  • Readers say 30 seconds in the microwave will also melt the Rolo candy. Try it and let us know!
Nutritional information is approximate and was calculated using a recipe nutrition label generator.
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Nutrition

Calories: 79kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 164mg | Potassium: 28mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 7IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 12mg | Iron: 1mg