Valentine Pretzel Hug Treats

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

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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.

Easy 3-Ingredient Valentine Pretzel Hugs (Kid-Friendly!)

Sarah Mock

Valentine Pretzel Hug treats are so easy and only have 3 ingredients. Perfect as a Valentine's treat for the classroom or to share at a party.

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Prep TimePrep Time:20 minutes mins

Cook TimeCook Time:2 minutes mins

other timeChill1 hour hr 30 minutes mins

Prep TimeTotal Time:1 hour hr 52 minutes mins

servingsServings 70 treats

Ingredients

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• ▢ 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

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Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees fahrenheit.
2. Add a piece of parchment paper to a baking sheet.
3. Layer 70 butter snap pretzels onto the parchment paper.
4. Place a Hersheys hug onto each pretzel.
5. Place in a 350 degree oven for 2 minutes, just until the candies start to look shiny.
6. Place a 2nd butter snap pretzel onto each Hersheys hug to make a sandwich.
7. Move the candies to the refrigerator for 30 minutes to set.
8. Once the candies have set, place the red candy melts into a microwave safe bowl, and melt according to package directions.
9. Repeat for the pink candy melts in a separate bowl.
10. Dip each candy into the pink or red candy, and sprinkle with heart sprinkles as you go.
11. Once each candy has been dipped and sprinkled, place them back into the refrigerator for an hour to set.
12. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 4treats | Calories: 120kcal | Protein: 3g | Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 270mg

CourseCourse: Dessert Recipes

CuisineCuisine: American