Thin Mint Pretzels are easy to prepare and dangerously addictive! The rich chocolate and mint flavors are the perfect match. Make them as part of a charcuterie spread or to curb a chocolate craving. They work wonderfully for any occasion!
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I love semi-sweet chocolate for this recipe because it’s not overly sweet and goes great with the pretzels and mint. This is a deliciously unique dessert that I make often because it pleases so many different palates.
If you like simple pretzel recipes, you will love Muddy Buddy Pretzels , Churro Pretzels and Butter Toffee Pretzels.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- It’s easy: This is a simple recipe that takes ordinary pretzels to the next level. They’re rich and indulgent, yet so easy and fun.
- It’s only 4 ingredients: You need just 4 components to make this tasty treat. The mint extract flavors the chocolate and coconut oil makes it easy for dipping.
- It has balanced flavors: These pretzels are delightfully salty and sweet with a pop of mint.
Ingredients
The only ingredients you need are the chocolate, mint, and pretzels—plus the oil to ensure a silky smooth mixture for dipping. It doesn’t get any easier!
- Mini pretzels: I like mini pretzel twists for this recipe. They are easy to coat evenly as well as perfectly bite-sized.
- Chocolate chips: Semi-sweet chocolate is my favorite for these chocolate mint pretzels. They aren’t as sweet as milk chocolate or as bitter as dark chocolate.
- Coconut oil: This is used to help prevent the melted chocolate from seizing while you dip pretzels. The chocolate remains smooth without adding a prominent coconut flavor.
- Mint extract: Just a simple mint extract works great for this. It’s what gives the pretzels that classic Thin Mint flavor.
See the recipe card below for exact ingredient amounts, nutritional information, and detailed instructions.
Variations
- Peppermint chocolate-covered pretzels: Try peppermint extract and finish the dipped pretzels with crushed peppermint candies for a twist.
- White chocolate Oreo pretzels: Swap the semi-sweet for white chocolate and sprinkle crushed Oreos on top.
- Pistachio mint pretzels: Chopped pistachios make a great salty garnish for the top of the mint chocolate pretzels.
How to Make Thin Mint Pretzels
It will only take you 15 minutes to prepare chocolate peppermint pretzels. Line a baking sheet with parchment to ensure it’s ready to go when you need it.
Step 1: Make the coating. Combine the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl with the coconut oil and mint extract. Heat the mixture in 30-second intervals into it’s completely melted and smooth. Stir often!
Step 2: Dip the pretzels. Dip each pretzel with a fork and tap off the excess. Lay them out on the prepared baking sheet.
Step 3: Chill and set. Put your pan in the refrigerator and allow those chocolatey mint pretzels to fully set for at least 30 minutes.
Step 4: Serve. Transfer them to a serving bowl and enjoy!
Recipe Tips
- Use the double boiler method: Instead of the microwave, try the double boiler method to melt the chocolate. Fill a saucepan with water and add chocolate to a heat-safe bowl. Heat the chocolate over the hot water until it melts.
- Try Andes mints instead: Make this recipe by melting Andes mints instead of chocolate chips and mint extract.
- Set them in the freezer: Place the pan in the freezer to set instead of the refrigerator. It will cut the time in half!
- Storing: Store extras in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Freeze them in a Ziploc bag for up to 1 month.
If you love recipes like this mint sweet treat, you may also enjoy this Easy Oreo Mint Balls Recipe.
Serving Suggestions
- Dip these chocolatey pretzels in a dessert dip like this creamy Oreo dip.
- Use these as a fun garnish for peppermint cheesecake or any cheesecake you want.
- Crush them or keep them whole and add them on top of a serving of chocolate crunch ice cream or hot chocolate ice cream.
- Enjoy this as a treat with a minty beverage like a McDonald’s peppermint mocha.
Recipe FAQs
Shortening or vegetable oil makes a great replacement for coconut oil if you’re allergic to coconut. They still help keep the chocolate smooth for dipping.
Pretzel snaps, sticks or even pretzel rods will work fine in this recipe. I just prefer to go classic with the twists!
As long as your kitchen isn’t unusually warm, that should work just fine. If you notice them melting on the counter, pop them into the refrigerator.
More Delicious Mint Recipes
Do you like mint recipes? Here are some recipes you may also like to try.
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Thin Mint Pretzels
Ingredients
- 3 cups mini pretzels
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ½ tablespoon coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon mint extract
Instructions
- Line a large baking sheet with wax or parchment paper and set aside.
- Combine the chocolate chips, coconut oil, and mint extract in a large microwave safe bowl. Melt the chocolate for 30 seconds at a time until its completely melted.
- Use a fork to dip each pretzel in the melted chocolate and then place them on the baking sheet.
- Chill your chocolate dipped pretzels in the fridge for 30 minutes. Enjoy!
Notes
- Store these mint chocolate-covered pretzels in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
- You may store them at room temperature in your kitchen if it’s not too warm so they don’t melt.
- Use shortening as a substitute for coconut oil if you prefer or if you have a coconut allergy.
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