Try this fun and festive treat: dark chocolate coated pretzels with nutmeg, pistachios, and rose petals! The sweet and salty flavors are a perfect combination, and the addition of nutmeg and rose petals adds a touch of elegance.

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Dark Chocolate

Dark chocolate is a type of chocolate that is made with a higher percentage of cocoa solids than milk chocolate or white chocolate. It is typically made from roasted and ground cocoa beans, which are then mixed with sugar and cocoa butter. Dark chocolate can range in color from light brown to dark brown, and it has a rich, intense flavor. It is a good source of antioxidants, and it has been linked with a number of health benefits.

Salted Pretzels

A classic pretzel is a great choice for standard chocolate dunking, as it holds up well to the chocolate and does not become soft. If you are adding additional toppings, such as nuts, you may want to use a window pretzel, which is a larger pretzel that can support the weight of the toppings. Additionally, salted pretzels are a good choice for chocolate-covered pretzels, as the salt crystals add a nice contrast to the sweetness of the chocolate and nuts.

Pistachios

Pistachios are a type of tree nut that is native to Central Asia. They are a good source of protein, fiber, and healthy fats. The buttery nut makes a great addition to the bitter chocolate and the salty pretzels.

Dried Rose Petals

Dried rose petals are rose petals that have been dried, usually by air-drying or oven-drying. They can be used in a variety of ways, the addition of rose petals add a nice floral scent to the warm chocolate.

 

TIPS & TRICKS FOR THE BEST DARK CHOCOLATE AND PISTACHIO PRETZEL CLUSTERS

quick guide to melting chocolate

1. chop the chocolate into small pieces.
2. melt the chocolate over a double boiler or in a microwave.
3. remove the chocolate from the heat and let it cool to 86 degrees Fahrenheit.
4. add back 1/3 of the melted chocolate to the bowl and stir until it is melted.
5. repeat step 4 two more times, adding 1/3 of the melted chocolate each time.

tempering chocolate is a process of heating and cooling chocolate to create a glossy, snap-like finish. It also helps to prevent the chocolate from melting at room temperature.

how to get the toppings to stick to the chocolate.

after tempering chocolate you have a small window to toss the pretzels and get them topped. you want to top your pretzel before the chocolate is set. so make sure to have the nuts and petals ready for once the pretzels are tossed. to create a layer look avoid tossing the petals and nuts when coating the pretzels with chocolate.

to cluster or not to cluster

clustering the pretzels need to be decided when it’s time to set. creating a jumbled layer will only cause the pretzels to be stacked onto one another. create a thinner layer of pretzels so that clusters are not so dense. the chocolate sets in around 15-20 minutes.

SIMILAR INGREDIENTS TO:

1. SMORES CHEESECAKE BARS

2. ROCKY ROAD CHOCOLATE BUNDT CAKE

3. PAN AU CHOCOLAT BREAD PUDDING

ENJOY THIS RECIPE WITH:

1. APPLE PIE JAM + PIE CRUST COOKIES

2. VEGAN DOUBLE DARK CHOCOLATE CAKE

3. CREAM CHEESE FILLED DEVILS FOOD CUPCAKE

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