Healthy Peanut Butter Pretzel Bites Recipe

Introduction

These Healthy Peanut Butter Pretzel Bites are a perfect combination of sweet, salty, and crunchy. Easy to make and packed with wholesome ingredients, they make a tasty snack or dessert for any time of day.

A white bowl lined with crumpled white parchment paper holds multiple small, round treats. Each treat has two layers: the base layer is a rough-textured, light brown peanut butter filling, and the top layer is a golden brown pretzel in a twisted knot shape. Half of each treat is dipped in smooth, dark chocolate with a shiny finish, creating a rich contrast against the pretzels. The bowl sits on a white marbled surface with a soft white cloth nearby. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup peanut butter (creamy, unsweetened)
  • 1 Tbsp honey
  • 1/2 cup + 1 Tbsp almond flour
  • Approx. 48 pretzel twists (plain or salted)
  • 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Line a medium-sized baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, add peanut butter and honey. Stir until well combined.
  3. Step 3: Pour almond flour into the peanut butter mixture and stir until the mixture resembles cookie dough. If it’s too runny, add a little more almond flour. If it’s too crumbly, add a bit more peanut butter. The mixture should be soft but hold together easily.
  4. Step 4: Scoop roughly 1 teaspoon of the peanut butter mixture onto one pretzel. Sandwich it with a second pretzel on top. If there’s excess mixture around the edges, remove it and return it to the bowl.
  5. Step 5: Repeat until all the peanut butter mixture is used, placing each pretzel sandwich on the parchment-lined baking sheet.
  6. Step 6: Place chocolate chips in a small bowl and microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring each time, until melted and smooth—about 2 minutes total.
  7. Step 7: Dip one half of each pretzel bite into the melted chocolate, then return to the baking sheet. Repeat for all bites.
  8. Step 8: Refrigerate the baking sheet to allow the chocolate to harden for about an hour before serving or storing.

Tips & Variations

  • Use crunchy peanut butter for added texture in the bites.
  • Try swapping dark chocolate chips with white or milk chocolate for different flavor profiles.
  • If you prefer a sweeter treat, drizzle extra honey over the bites before chilling.

Storage

Store the pretzel bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. For best texture, bring them to room temperature for a few minutes before eating. They also freeze well for up to 2 months—simply thaw in the fridge before enjoying.

How to Serve

A white bowl lined with crumpled white parchment paper holds small round pretzel bites, each with a light brown pretzel outer layer, a beige peanut butter center, and half dipped in shiny dark chocolate coating. Surrounding the bowl are small white dishes, one with smooth melted dark chocolate and a spoon inside, and another with dark chocolate chips and some plain pretzels. The setting is on a white marbled surface with a crumpled white cloth nearby, creating a clean and textured background. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use other nut butters instead of peanut butter?

Yes, almond butter or cashew butter work well in this recipe, though the flavor and texture may vary slightly.

What if I don’t have almond flour?

You can substitute oat flour or finely ground oats, but the texture might be a bit different. Avoid using regular flour as it may affect the consistency of the dough.

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Healthy Peanut Butter Pretzel Bites Recipe


  • Author: Lila
  • Total Time: 20 minutes plus 1 hour chilling time
  • Yield: Approximately 24 pretzel bites 1x
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

These Healthy Peanut Butter Pretzel Bites are a deliciously simple no-bake snack that combines creamy peanut butter, a hint of honey, crunchy pretzels, and rich dark chocolate. Perfect for satisfying sweet and salty cravings while keeping things wholesome with almond flour and unsweetened peanut butter.


Ingredients

Scale

Filling

  • 1/2 cup creamy, unsweetened peanut butter
  • 1 Tbsp honey
  • 1/2 cup + 1 Tbsp almond flour

Assembly

  • Approx. 48 plain or salted pretzel twists

Topping

  • 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Prepare baking sheet: Line a medium-sized baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup.
  2. Mix peanut butter and honey: In a large mixing bowl, stir together the peanut butter and honey until fully combined and smooth.
  3. Add almond flour: Pour almond flour into the peanut butter mixture and stir until the mixture resembles a soft cookie dough. Adjust by adding more almond flour if too runny or more peanut butter if too crumbly; the dough should hold together easily.
  4. Form pretzel sandwiches: Scoop about 1 teaspoon of the peanut butter mixture and place it on one pretzel. Top with a second pretzel to create a sandwich. Remove any excess mixture around the edges and return it to the bowl.
  5. Arrange on baking sheet: Place all pretzel sandwiches on the parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer.
  6. Melt chocolate: Place the dark chocolate chips in a small bowl or ramekin and microwave in 30-second increments, stirring well between each session until smooth and fully melted. This should take around 2 minutes.
  7. Dip pretzel bites: Dip one half of each pretzel bite into the melted chocolate and return it to the baking sheet. Repeat until all bites are coated.
  8. Chill and set: Transfer the baking sheet to the fridge and let the chocolate harden for about one hour before serving or storing.

Notes

  • You can use plain or salted pretzels depending on your salt preference.
  • If the peanut butter mixture is too soft to handle, chilling it briefly can help firm it up.
  • Store the bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
  • Use dark chocolate with at least 70% cocoa for a healthier option with less sugar.
  • For a nut-free version, try sunflower seed butter instead of peanut butter and check pretzel ingredients for allergens.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: peanut butter snacks, pretzel bites, no bake snacks, healthy snacks, dark chocolate treats, honey peanut butter, almond flour snacks

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