Witch Finger Pretzel Rods with Cheese Dip
Equipment
- Microwave-safe bowl
- Baking sheet
- Small saucepan
- Whisk
Ingredients
- 12 pretzel rods
- 1 cup green candy melts
- 12 whole almonds
- 8 oz sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Place the green candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl and heat in 30-second bursts, stirring between each, until fully melted and smooth.
- Dip the bottom two-thirds of each pretzel rod into the melted candy, letting excess drip back into the bowl.
- Lay the coated rods on a parchment-lined baking sheet and press one almond onto the tip of each rod to form a fingernail.
- Let the rods sit at room temperature until the candy coating sets.
- Combine the shredded cheddar, milk, butter, and garlic powder in a small saucepan over medium-low heat.
- Stir steadily until the cheese melts and the mixture turns smooth and creamy.
- Transfer the warm dip to a serving bowl and arrange the finished pretzel rods around it.
Notes
Make the cheese dip right before serving so it stays pourable. If it thickens while sitting, stir in a splash of warm milk to loosen it again. Keep the pretzels at room temperature until the coating hardens fully to avoid smudges.
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Equipment: Microwave-safe bowl, Baking sheet, Small saucepan, Whisk
Cuisine: American
Equipment: Microwave-safe bowl, Baking sheet, Small saucepan, Whisk