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Sweet Salty Gooey Footballs

Sweet Salty Gooey Footballs

The ultimate crowd-pleasing treat, perfect for game days, tailgating parties, or even just a fun afternoon snack. This incredibly easy recipe delivers a delightful balance of sweet, salty, and wonderfully gooey textures that will have everyone asking for seconds!
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Setting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 20 footballs
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 (20-ounce) package Pretzel rods
  • 1 (14-ounce) can Sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup Peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup Chopped salted peanuts for decorating
  • Assorted sprinkles in team colors optional, for decorating

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Microwave-safe bowl
  • Spoon
  • Frosting spatula

Method
 

  1. Line a large baking sheet or a clean countertop with parchment paper. This will prevent your Sweet Salty Gooey Footballs from sticking as they cool. Ensure you have enough space for them to set without touching each other.
  2. In a medium, microwave-safe bowl, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips and peanut butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring well after each interval, until the mixture is smooth and fully melted. Be careful not to overheat. Alternatively, you can melt these ingredients using a double boiler on the stovetop.
    1 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips, 1/4 cup Peanut butter
  3. Pour the entire can of sweetened condensed milk into the melted chocolate and peanut butter mixture. Stir vigorously until everything is thoroughly combined and you have a thick, glossy, and gooey sauce. This mixture forms the heart of your Sweet Salty Gooey Footballs.
    1 (14-ounce) can Sweetened condensed milk
  4. Dip each pretzel rod about two-thirds of the way into the gooey chocolate-peanut butter mixture. You can use a spoon or a frosting spatula to help spread the mixture evenly up the rod. Ensure a good coating, as this is where much of the flavor and texture comes from.
    1 (20-ounce) package Pretzel rods
  5. While the chocolate mixture is still wet, immediately sprinkle the coated pretzel rods with chopped salted peanuts and/or your team-colored sprinkles. If you're going for a football theme, you can use the peanuts to mimic laces. Work quickly, as the coating will start to set.
    1/2 cup Chopped salted peanuts, Assorted sprinkles in team colors
  6. Carefully place the decorated pretzel rods onto the prepared parchment paper. Allow the Sweet Salty Gooey Footballs to sit at room temperature for at least 30 minutes to an hour, or until the chocolate coating has hardened. For a faster setting, you can place them in the refrigerator for about 15-20 minutes.

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. Refrigeration is recommended in warm kitchens. Can be frozen for up to 2 months. Reheat gently in oven at lowest temperature if too hard.