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Pretzel Snap Ice Cream Sandwich Bites Recipe

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  • Author: Sara
  • Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
  • Yield: 24 servings

Description

Delight in these Pretzel Snap Ice Cream Sandwich Bites, a perfect combination of crunchy pretzels, creamy ice cream, and rich chocolate, beautifully garnished with sprinkles, pistachios, or chopped peanuts. This no-bake frozen treat is easy to assemble and ideal for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing dessert.

Ingredients

Sandwiches

  • 48 pretzel snaps
  • 1 pint ice cream, any flavor

Chocolate Coating

  • 5 cups semisweet chocolate chips
  • 2 teaspoons coconut oil (divided; 1 tsp for melting chocolate, 1 tsp extra)

Garnishes

  • Sprinkles, for garnishing
  • Chopped peanuts, for garnishing
  • Pistachios, for garnishing

Instructions

  1. Prepare the base: Lay out half of the pretzel snaps evenly on a parchment-lined sheet pan to form the bottom of each sandwich.
  2. Add the ice cream: Place a heaping tablespoon of your chosen ice cream flavor on each pretzel snap, creating an even layer for the sandwich.
  3. Top with pretzels: Gently press another pretzel snap on top of each ice cream portion to form the sandwich, being careful not to squeeze out the ice cream.
  4. Freeze the sandwiches: Immediately transfer the sheet pan to the freezer and allow the sandwiches to freeze for at least 1 hour until firm and well set.
  5. Melt the chocolate: Before removing the sandwiches, in a microwave-safe bowl, combine the semisweet chocolate chips with 1 teaspoon of coconut oil. Melt the mixture on medium power in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until fully melted and smooth.
  6. Dip the sandwiches: Remove the frozen sandwich bites from the freezer. Dip half of each bite into the melted chocolate, coating thoroughly, then place them back on the parchment-lined sheet pan.
  7. Garnish the chocolate: Immediately sprinkle the chocolate-coated half of each bite with your choice of sprinkles, chopped peanuts, or pistachios to add texture and flavor.
  8. Set the chocolate coating: Return the sheet pan to the freezer and let the chocolate set completely, about 30 minutes.
  9. Serve and store: Serve the ice cream sandwich bites frozen. Store any leftovers in a freezer-safe airtight container for up to 1 month to preserve freshness.

Notes

  • You can customize the ice cream flavor to your preference for varied taste experiences.
  • Use parchment paper to prevent the sandwiches from sticking to the sheet pan.
  • Ensure the sandwiches are well frozen before dipping in chocolate for best results.
  • Try different garnishes like crushed nuts or colorful sprinkles for aesthetic appeal and texture.
  • Store in an airtight container to prevent freezer burn and maintain flavor.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://sarabaking.com/pretzel-snap-ice-cream-sandwich-bites-recipe/