Cozy Rolo Pretzel Bites with Pecans & Sea Salt
These Rolo pretzel bites are the perfect salty-sweet treat, combining crunchy pretzels, gooey caramel, rich chocolate, and buttery pecans with a touch of flaky sea salt. They come together in about 10 minutes of active time and are ideal for gifting, parties, or a cozy night in.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 minutes
- Total Time: 34 minutes
- Yield: 48 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 48 mini pretzels (classic twist or square snaps)
- 48 Rolo candies, unwrapped
- 48 pecan halves (raw or lightly toasted)
- Flaky sea salt (like Maldon), for sprinkling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Arrange the pretzels on the baking sheet in a single layer, about 1 inch apart. Do not crowd them.
- Unwrap all the Rolos and place them in a small bowl.
- Place one Rolo in the center of each pretzel, flat side down. Do not press it in.
- Bake for 3 to 5 minutes, until the Rolos are shiny and soft but not melted into puddles. Check at 3 minutes; 4 minutes is often ideal.
- Remove from the oven and immediately press a pecan half gently onto each Rolo until the caramel squishes out slightly around the edges. Be careful not to break the pretzel.
- While still warm, sprinkle a tiny pinch of flaky sea salt over each bite.
- Let the bites cool completely on the baking sheet for 20 to 30 minutes, until the caramel is set but still chewy.
- Transfer to a cooling rack or serving plate using a thin spatula.
Notes
Watch the oven closely—Rolos go from soft to melted quickly. Use room temperature Rolos for best results. Do not skip the parchment paper to prevent sticking. Let cool completely before moving to avoid a sticky mess. For nut-free version, skip the pecan and press a second mini pretzel on top. For a spiced version, add a tiny pinch of cayenne or cinnamon to the sea salt.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 7.5
- Sodium: 90
- Fat: 4.5
- Saturated Fat: 1.5
- Carbohydrates: 10.5
- Fiber: 0.5
- Protein: 1
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