Birch Pretzel Logs

Name: Birch Pretzel Logs
Prep time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: about 2 dozen.
Ingredients: 1 pound white candy coating, coarsely chopped; 1 package (10 ounces) pretzel rods; 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips; 1 small heavy-duty resealable plastic bag

At the root of this treat is plenty of penny-wise practicality. "I first started making the 'logs' after I saw some chocolate-dipped pretzels at a shop," explains Mary Biebl of St. Paul, Minnesota. "They sure were appealing—but the price was outrageous. So I came up with my own version. "Nowadays, I often tie bundles of plastic-wrapped 'logs' with ribbons to give out a Christmas, or I'll set a stack out on a pretty plate for a party."—Mary Biebl, St. Paul, Minnesota

Ingredients

1 pound white candy coating, coarsely chopped
1 package (10 ounces) pretzel rods
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1 small heavy-duty resealable plastic bag

Directions

In a microwave, melt candy coating; stir until smooth. Pour into an ungreased 8-in. square pan or a tall glass. Roll or dip pretzels in coating, leaving 1 in. of space on the end you are holding; allow excess to drip off. Place on waxed paper-lined baking sheets; let stand until set.
In a microwave, melt chocolate chips; stir until smooth. Pour into a small resealable plastic bag. Carefully cut a very small hole in the bottom corner of the bag. Pipe stripe markings across the pretzel rods to resemble birch trees. Allow to set. Store in an airtight container.

Originally published as Birch Pretzel Logs in Crafting Traditions September/October 1996

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gwashington1961

Aug 4, 2012

This is a unique Birch Pretzel Logs recipe. It is quick, simple, & very similar to Birch Tree Bark & Logs. Would create a simple Christmas Gift. Would make a very simple treat set out at a Holiday Party. Would inspire people with unusual fondness for pretzels, to get excited at their novelty!