Pretzel Rods Witches Fingers Recipe
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 24 thick pretzel rods
- 12 oz green candy melts
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds (whole pieces)
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil or vegetable shortening (optional, for thinning)
- Red decorating gel or strawberry jam (optional, for “blood” effect)
Instructions
- Place the green candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring well between each session, until the mixture is completely smooth and melted. If the candy is too thick, stir in a teaspoon of coconut oil to reach a smooth dipping consistency.
- Hold a pretzel rod by one end and dip it into the melted green candy. Use a spoon to help coat about three-quarters of the rod, leaving the bottom clean for easy handling. Tap the pretzel gently against the side of the bowl to let any excess candy drip off back into the bowl.
- While the candy coating is still wet, place one sliced almond at the very tip of the dipped pretzel. Press it down slightly so it sticks firmly into the coating. This almond serves as the “fingernail” for the witch’s finger.
- Wait about 2 to 3 minutes for the candy to begin setting but not fully harden. Use a toothpick or the back of a small knife to gently score three horizontal lines near the middle of the rod and three more near the “nail” to mimic the look of knuckles and skin folds.
- Place the finished pretzel rods on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or wax paper. Allow them to sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes until the candy coating is completely firm. You can speed this up by placing them in the refrigerator for 10 minutes.