Looking for easy St Patricks Day Snacks? Try these adorable Shamrock Pretzels are a fun, delicious and special treat for a St. Patrick’s Day Party or a great project to make with your family.
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These super cute St Patricks day snacks have that great salty-sweet flavor and are super easy to make. Great for kids and adults alike. Why are Shamrocks associated with St. Patrick’s Day? Find out here.
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What We Love About This St Patrick’s Day Snacks Recipe
Delicious Shamrock Pretzels are a inventive way to get children involved in the kitchen, it is quick easy and also great to eat. Additionally, it takes literally no time to create and it is indeed cute enough to serve at your St. Patrick’s day bash.
- Less than 10 Minutes: A quick treat to make and enjoy.
- Easy Ingredients: Just a few simple ingredients, pretzels, M&M’s and Rolos.
- Family Friendly: They make the day just a little more special.
Ingredient Notes
- Mini Pretzels: Any variety will work.
- Green M&M candies: Adds the fun St. Patrick’s day color.
- Rolo candies: The perfect caramel and chocolate flavor for this treat.
Equipment Needed
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment Paper
How to Make this St Pattys Day Desserts
These are the basic steps for making st pattys day desserts. Please refer to the recipe card below for more detailed instructions.
STEP 1: PREP
First, preheat the oven to 250 degrees and then place three pretzels in a shamrock shape on a parchment lined baking sheet.
STEP 2: ASSEMBLE
Next, place a Rolo on in the center.Then repeat with remaining pretzels.
STEP 3: BAKE
And then bake the pretzels for 2 minutes, or until the Rolo is soft, but not completely melted.Finally, remove pretzels from the oven and immediately press three M&Ms into each Rolo.
Prep and Storage Tips
HOW TO MAKE THIS RECIPE AHEAD OF TIME
If the pretzels are stored in an airtight container, they will stay fresh and crunchy for up to two weeks, making them perfect make ahead st pattys day dessert.
HOW TO STORE THIS RECIPE
These st patricks day snacks can be stored at room temperature in an airtight container.
HOW TO FREEZE THIS RECIPE
Truly, they last two week, therefore there is no need to freeze. However, they can be frozen in an airtight container for up to three months.
Frequently Asked Questions
These treats can be made with gluten free pretzels.
Have the kids help in several ways, for example, count out the pretzels, unwrap the candies and have them seperate the green M&M’s.
Indeed, adjust the recipe for the amount of St. patrick’s day snacks you need.
After you have placed the M&Ms on you can place in the refrigerator to harden for about 10 minutes.
Expert Tips for Making Easy Shamrock Pretzels
- Add Sprinkles: Fun sprinkles will make these st patrick’s day snacks pop, simply add after the M&Ms before the chocolate hardens.
- Green Melting Chocolate: Truly a fun twist, dip the pretzels in green melting chocolate and allow to harden before making the shamrocks.
- Variation tip: A popsicle stick can be used in place of a pretzel stick.
- Nuts: Sprinkle with crushed nuts for a crunch.
What to Serve with St Patricks Day Snacks
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Easy Shamrock Pretzels
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Ingredients
- 36 mini pretzel twists
- 12 Rolo candies
- 36 Green M&M Candies
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 250 degrees.
- Place three pretzels in a shamrock shape on a parchment lined baking sheet.
- Place a Rolo on in the center.
- Repeat with remaining pretzels.
- Bake pretzels for 2 minutes, or until the Rolo is soft, but not completely melted.
- Remove pretzels from oven and immediate press three M&Ms into each Rolo.
- Allow to cool completely before serving.
Christina’s Notes
- Add Sprinkles: Fun sprinkles will make these st patrick’s day snacks pop, simply add after the M&Ms before the chocolate hardens.
- Green Melting Chocolate: Truly a fun twist, dip the pretzels in green melting chocolate and allow to harden before making the shamrocks.
- Variation tip: A popsicle stick can be used in place of a pretzel stick.
- Nuts: Sprinkle with crushed nuts for a crunch.
- Scale the recipe: Simply adjust the serving size in the recipe card and the ingredients will update automatically.
- Make your own All Purpose Seasoning: When a recipe calls for All Purpose Seasoning, you can use my homemade All Purpose Seasoning recipe or substitute salt and pepper to taste.
- Meat doneness: I always use a meat thermometer to test for doneness when cooking meat.
- Use unsalted butter: I use unsalted butter so I can control the salt level in the recipe.
- Preheat the oven: Unless otherwise noted, always preheat your oven before baking.
For more helpful information about this recipe, such as variations, substitutions and other pro-tips, check out the blog post.
How fun are these, and so easy too!
The rolos in these were so good! A great flavor combo!
These are so cute and easy to make! The perfect St. Patrick’s day treat for children.
I was looking for a St Patty’s day activity and this will be perfect for the littles! Thank you!
These are so cute and perfect for making with my son for St. Patrick’s Day!