These adorable pretzel hugs are quick to make, require no baking skills, and are always a hit with kids and adults alike!
These treats are perfect for Valentine's Day parties, classroom treats, or as a sweet homemade gift. Package them in cellophane bags tied with ribbon for a festive touch! Another delicious Valentine's treat is my Valentine's cookie cups. I have more cookie cup recipes if you want to make some different varieties.
Ingredients:
- 70 butter snap pretzels (or mini pretzels as a substitute)
- 70 Hershey's Hugs candies (or Hershey's Kisses for variation)
- ½ cup red candy melts (Wilton recommended for best results)
- ½ cup pink candy melts
- Valentine's heart sprinkles (for decoration)
- Butter Snap Pretzels - I love the structure of the grid of the butter snap pretzels.
- Hugs candies - Hershey Kiss candies with dark chocolate and white chocolate stripes. Be sure to unwrap each kiss, removing the foil and the paper flag.
- Candy melts - I have the Wilton candy melts in the recipe card because they have the best melting results.
- Valentines heart sprinkles - adding a few sprinkles
Recipe Card?
To find the full printable recipe with specific measurements and directions CLICK HERE to go to the recipe card.
Substitutions
- Use mini pretzels if butter snap pretzels aren't available.
- Swap Hershey's Hugs for milk or dark chocolate Kisses.
- Use white chocolate chips or almond bark instead of candy melts.
How to make Valentine Pretzel Hugs
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Assemble the Pretzels
Arrange 70 butter snap pretzels in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
Add the Hugs
Place one Hershey's Hug candy on top of each pretzel.
Bake
Bake for 2 minutes, or until the candies look shiny and slightly softened.
Sandwich the Pretzels
- Gently press a second pretzel onto each Hug to create a sandwich.
- Transfer the baking sheet to the refrigerator and chill for 30 minutes to set.
Melt the Candy Coating
- In separate microwave-safe bowls, melt the red and pink candy melts according to the package instructions.
- Stir until smooth.
Dip and Decorate
- Dip half of each pretzel sandwich into the melted pink candy coating, then place it back on the parchment paper.
- Immediately sprinkle with heart sprinkles.
- Repeat with the remaining pretzels using the red candy coating.
Set and Store
- Return the tray to the refrigerator for 1 hour to allow the candy coating to fully set.
- Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place.
Tips for success
- Unwrap all the Hugs before starting to save time.
- Stir candy melts every 15 seconds in the microwave to avoid overheating.
- Let kids help with assembling the pretzels and adding sprinkles-it's a fun activity!
- If the candy coating thickens while dipping, reheat it in the microwave for 10-15 seconds.
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Storage Tips
Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 1 week. Avoid storing in the refrigerator long-term, as condensation can cause the candy coating to soften.
Ingredients
- 140 pretzels (140 pretzels) Butter Snap Pretzels
- 70 Candies (70 Handies) Hugs candies
- 1 12 oz. package (1 12 oz. package) Candy Melts, Red
- 1 12 oz. package (1 12 oz. package) Candy Melts, Pink
- Heart sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees fahrenheit.
- Add a piece of parchment paper to a baking sheet.
- Layer 70 butter snap pretzels onto the parchment paper.
- Place a Hersheys hug onto each pretzel.
- Place in a 350 degree oven for 2 minutes, just until the candies start to look shiny.
- Place a 2nd butter snap pretzel onto each Hersheys hug to make a sandwich.
- Move the candies to the refrigerator for 30 minutes to set.
- Once the candies have set, place the red candy melts into a microwave safe bowl, and melt according to package directions.
- Repeat for the pink candy melts in a separate bowl.
- Dip each candy into the pink or red candy, and sprinkle with heart sprinkles as you go.
- Once each candy has been dipped and sprinkled, place them back into the refrigerator for an hour to set.
- Enjoy!
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I am Sarah Mock. Welcome!
Sarah Mock is a classically trained Chef and graduate of Johnson & Wales University. A culinary blogger for 16 years Sarah helps the home cook prepare her recipes with professional results.
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