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Pretzel M&M Hugs (Christmas Style) Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes plus cooling time
  • Yield: 50 pieces
  • Category: Dessert, Snack
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Pretzel M&M Hugs are a festive and easy Christmas treat featuring mini pretzels topped with soft Hershey’s Hugs chocolates and colorful holiday M&M’s. Perfect for holiday parties or edible gifts, they provide the perfect balance of salty and sweet in a no-fuss recipe that sets quickly.


Ingredients

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Ingredients

  • 1 bag mini pretzel twists or squares (about 50 pieces)
  • 1 bag Hershey’s Hugs (milk chocolate + white chocolate striped)
  • 1 bag holiday M&M’s (red and green)
  • Optional: festive sprinkles for topping


Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 200°F (93°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup.
  2. Arrange pretzels and add Hugs: Place the mini pretzels in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Unwrap the Hershey’s Hugs and place one on top of each pretzel piece.
  3. Bake to soften chocolate: Bake the pretzels with Hugs for 4–5 minutes, just until the chocolates soften but do not completely melt.
  4. Add M&M’s and sprinkles: Remove from the oven and immediately press one holiday M&M candy into the center of each softened Hug. If desired, sprinkle festive sprinkles on top for extra holiday flair.
  5. Cool and set: Let the treats cool completely at room temperature or refrigerate the tray for 15–20 minutes until the chocolate hardens and the candies hold their shape.

Notes

  • Using square pretzels gives the treats a more uniform and polished look.
  • These treats make wonderful edible gifts during the holidays.
  • Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week to maintain freshness.