Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Turkey Pretzel Bites
Whimsical, adorable, and easy-to-make Thanksgiving snacks featuring fresh strawberries dipped in chocolate, decorated with pretzels and candy to look like turkeys. Perfect for holiday gatherings, classroom parties, or festive snacking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 20 bites 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 20 medium-sized fresh strawberries, washed and thoroughly dried
- 1 cup (6 oz) milk chocolate chips or melting wafers
- 1 tsp vegetable oil or coconut oil
- 40 mini pretzel twists
- 40 candy eyes
- Orange and red mini M&M’s or candy-coated sunflower seeds (for beaks and wattles)
- White chocolate chips or wafers (optional, for feather details)
- Yellow fondant or icing (optional, for extra detail)
- Wax paper or parchment paper (for cooling)
- Toothpicks (for dipping and decorating)
Instructions
- Wash and thoroughly dry all strawberries. Line a baking sheet with wax or parchment paper.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine milk chocolate chips and vegetable oil. Microwave in 20-second bursts, stirring each time, until smooth and shiny. Alternatively, melt using a double boiler.
- Hold each strawberry by the stem or with a toothpick and dip into the melted chocolate, covering about two-thirds of the berry. Let excess chocolate drip off and place on the lined baking sheet.
- While chocolate is still soft, press two mini pretzel twists into the back of each strawberry to mimic turkey tail feathers. Hold gently for a few seconds to set.
- Use a dab of melted chocolate or white icing to stick candy eyes near the tip of the strawberry. Press an orange mini M&M or sunflower seed below the eyes for the beak, and a red one to the side as the wattle.
- Optional: Drizzle white chocolate over the pretzel feathers or add sprinkles for extra color. Use a small spoon or piping bag for precision.
- Place the tray in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes, until chocolate is fully set and decorations are secure.
- Once set, gently peel each bite off the paper. Arrange on a platter and serve. Store extras in the fridge until serving.
Notes
Use firm, dry strawberries for best results. Work quickly when decorating, as chocolate sets fast. For gluten-free or dairy-free options, substitute pretzels and chocolate as needed. Store in the fridge for up to 2 days. Can be frozen and thawed before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 7
- Sodium: 40
- Fat: 2
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 1
Keywords: Thanksgiving, chocolate-covered strawberries, turkey snacks, pretzel bites, holiday treats, kid-friendly, no-bake, party snack