Description
These easy Rolo Pretzel Bites with Toasted Pecans are the perfect sweet-and-salty snack, combining crunchy pretzels, gooey caramel chocolate, and buttery toasted pecans. Ready in under 15 minutes, they’re ideal for cozy nights, holiday parties, or whenever you need a quick, comforting treat.
Ingredients
- 24–30 mini pretzel twists (e.g., Snyder’s of Hanover)
- 24–30 Rolo candies, unwrapped
- 24–30 pecan halves, raw
- Optional: flaky sea salt (e.g., Maldon) for sprinkling
- Optional: melted white chocolate for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
- Toast the pecans: Place pecan halves in a dry skillet over medium heat. Shake every 30 seconds until fragrant and slightly darker, about 3-4 minutes. Let cool, then roughly chop into small pieces (some larger chunks are fine).
- Arrange pretzels on the baking sheet in a single layer, close together but not touching, with the dips facing up.
- Top each pretzel with an unwrapped Rolo candy, pressing down gently to sit snugly in the center.
- Bake for 3-4 minutes, until Rolo looks shiny and soft but still holds its shape. Start checking at 3 minutes.
- Remove from oven and immediately press a piece of toasted pecan into each Rolo. Work quickly while warm.
- Optional: sprinkle with flaky sea salt.
- Let cool completely on the baking sheet, about 20-30 minutes, until caramel is firm.
- Once cooled, transfer to a serving plate or storage container.
Notes
Don’t overbake the Rolo—they only need 3-4 minutes. Toast pecans in advance to avoid multitasking. Keep pecan pieces chunky for better adhesion. Let bites cool completely before moving to prevent caramel oozing. For best texture, serve at room temperature. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. Freeze for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 90100
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 80
- Fat: 5
- Saturated Fat: 1.5
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 0.5
- Protein: 1
Keywords: Rolo pretzel bites, toasted pecans, 3-ingredient snack, sweet and salty, easy dessert, holiday snack, no-bake dessert