Gluten-Free Chocolate-Covered Pretzel Sticks

Chocolate-covered pretzels, offering a satisfying crunch and rich chocolatey flavor. These treats are perfect for satisfying sweet cravings without any gluten.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 45 min Total: 65 min Serves: 4

At a glance: This hard desserts recipe yields 4 servings in about 1h 5m (20 min prep, 45 min cook). It uses 5 ingredients — including gluten-free pretzel sticks, gluten-free pretzel mix, vegan dark chocolate chips — and walks through 5 steps. Updated October 25, 2026. Browse more desserts recipes or return to all gluten-free recipes.

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Cross-Contamination Warning for Gluten-Free Chocolate-Covered Pretzel Sticks: When preparing this desserts recipe, use pretzels labeled gluten-free only, and keep them in a separate area from regular pretzels, which shed wheat crumbs. Chocolate chips and sprinkles need the same label, since some sprinkles contain wheat starch.

Gluten-Free Notes for Gluten-Free Chocolate-Covered Pretzel Sticks: This recipe relies on gluten-free pretzel sticks and a gluten-free pretzel mix, ensuring it is safe for those avoiding gluten-containing grains.

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Ingredients

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1 bag gluten-free pretzel sticks
1.5 cups gluten-free pretzel mix
1 cup vegan dark chocolate chips Shop
1 tbsp coconut oil Shop
optional sprinkles or sea salt for topping Shop

Instructions

1 Prepare your baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper, ensuring a non-stick surface for easy removal of the finished pretzels. This step is crucial for preventing any sticking and maintaining the integrity of your chocolate-covered treats.
2 In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the vegan dark chocolate chips and coconut oil. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring well after each interval, until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth. This process should take approximately 1.5 to 2 minutes, resulting in a glossy, pourable chocolate mixture.
3 Dip each gluten-free pretzel stick into the melted chocolate, ensuring it is fully coated. Use a fork or a dipping tool to lift the pretzel out of the chocolate, allowing any excess to drip back into the bowl for about 10-15 seconds. This ensures a nice, even coating without being too thick.
4 Place the chocolate-covered pretzel sticks onto the prepared baking sheet. If desired, immediately sprinkle with additional sea salt or gluten-free sprinkles while the chocolate is still wet. This allows the toppings to adhere securely to the chocolate coating.
5 Allow the chocolate-covered pretzels to set completely at room temperature for at least 30-45 minutes, or until the chocolate is firm to the touch. For a quicker set, you can place the baking sheet in the refrigerator for about 15-20 minutes, but be mindful of condensation if refrigerating for too long.

Nutrition (per serving)

456

Calories

Protein

50g

Carbs

22g

Fat

Fiber

174mg

Sodium

Tips & Notes

Coconut milk separates in the can — stir or shake well before using.
Use good-quality chocolate (70% cacao or higher for dark) — it's the primary flavor and worth the investment.
Use an oven thermometer — most ovens run hot or cold by 25°F or more, which especially affects GF baked goods.

Common questions

What cross-contamination risk is specific to Gluten-Free Chocolate-Covered Pretzel Sticks?

Check gluten-free pretzel sticks, gluten-free pretzel mix, vegan dark chocolate chips before they go into Gluten-Free Chocolate-Covered Pretzel Sticks. Use pretzels labeled gluten-free only, and keep them in a separate area from regular pretzels, which shed wheat crumbs. Chocolate chips and sprinkles need the same label, since some sprinkles contain wheat starch.

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