Chocolate Almond Pretzels

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Rich, chewy almond paste cookies shaped like pretzels and dipped in smooth chocolate.
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Chocolate Almond Pretzels

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 1 Calories: 1057.0

Description

These Chocolate Almond Pretzels are a delightful treat that combines the rich, nutty flavor of almond paste with the deep satisfaction of chocolate. The dough is soft and pliable, allowing you to roll it into classic pretzel shapes before baking them until just set. Once cooled, each pretzel is dipped halfway into melted semisweet chocolate, creating a beautiful contrast of textures. The result is a cookie that is slightly chewy, intensely aromatic, and perfectly balanced between sweet and savory notes. They make for an elegant yet easy homemade gift or a special dessert for afternoon tea. Simple ingredients come together to create a sophisticated snack that feels indulgent without being overly complicated.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350&# 194;°F (175ðC). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and almond paste until smooth and well combined.
  3. Add the granulated sugar to the butter mixture and beat until light and fluffy.
  4. Mix in the egg white and almond extract, blending until fully incorporated.
  5. Gradually add the flour to the wet ingredients, mixing just until a soft dough forms. Do not overmix.
  6. Cover the bowl and refrigerate the dough for at least one hour to firm it up, making it easier to handle.
  7. Dust your work surface generously with confectioners' sugar to prevent sticking.
  8. Take a generous teaspoon of dough and roll it between your palms into a 6-inch rope.
  9. Fold the rope into a pretzel shape and place it on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with remaining dough.
  10. Bake for about 10 minutes, or until the pretzels are set but not browned. Remove from oven and let cool completely.
  11. While pretzels cool, melt the semisweet chocolate in a double boiler over hot water, stirring until smooth.
  12. Dip half of each cooled pretzel into the melted chocolate.
  13. Place the dipped pretzels on a wire rack set over a pan to allow excess chocolate to drip off.
  14. Allow the chocolate to set completely before storing in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1057.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 51.4g80%
Saturated Fat 22.5g113%
Cholesterol 179.2mg60%
Sodium 37.0mg2%
Total Carbohydrate 124.8g42%
Dietary Fiber 6.5g26%
Sugars 31.9g
Protein 21.9g44%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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