Witches' Brooms

Dairy Free
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Witches' Brooms
80 min.
20
138kcal

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Get ready to cast a delicious spell this Halloween with our enchanting Witches' Brooms! These delightful treats are not only dairy-free but also a crowd favorite, making them perfect for parties, gatherings, or simply a fun snack at home. With a preparation time of just 80 minutes, you can whip up a batch of 20 whimsical brooms that are sure to impress both kids and adults alike.

Imagine the joy on your guests' faces as they bite into these charming snacks, featuring a sweet and buttery cookie dough shaped into broom bristles, perfectly perched atop pretzel rods. The combination of semisweet chocolate and butterscotch drizzle adds a rich, indulgent touch that will have everyone coming back for more. Each broom is not only a treat for the taste buds but also a feast for the eyes, making them an ideal addition to your Halloween festivities.

Whether you're hosting a spooky soirée or looking for a fun activity to do with the kids, these Witches' Brooms are a magical choice. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let the baking begin! With every bite, you'll be transported to a world of Halloween fun and flavor. Don't miss out on this delightful recipe that combines creativity and taste in the most charming way!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup brown sugar packed
  • 0.5 cup butter softened
  • tablespoons water 
  • teaspoon vanilla 
  • 1.5 cups flour all-purpose
  • 0.1 teaspoon salt 
  • 10  pretzel rods 
  • teaspoons shortening 
  • 0.7 cup semi chocolate chips 
  • serving butterscotch chips melted

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • wire rack

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F.
  2. Mix brown sugar, butter, water and vanilla in medium bowl. Stir in flour and salt. Shape dough into twenty 1 1/4-inch balls.
  3. Place pretzel rod halves on ungreased cookie sheet. Press ball of dough onto cut end of each pretzel rod. Press dough with fork to resemble "bristles" of broom.
  4. Bake about 12 minutes or until set but not brown.
  5. Remove from cookie sheet. Cool completely on wire rack, about 30 minutes.
  6. Cover cookie sheet with waxed paper.
  7. Place brooms on waxed paper.
  8. Heat shortening and chocolate chips over low heat, stirring occasionally, until melted and smooth; remove from heat. Spoon melted chocolate over brooms, leaving about 1 inch at top of pretzel handle and bottom halves of cookie bristles uncovered.
  9. Drizzle with melted butterscotch chips.
  10. Let stand until chocolate is set.

Nutrition Facts

Calories138kcal
Protein4.19%
Fat48.75%
Carbs47.06%

Properties

Glycemic Index
7.9
Glycemic Load
5.5
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
2.6095651996362%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:137.62kcal
6.88%
Fat:7.47g
11.49%
Saturated Fat:2.41g
15.06%
Carbohydrates:16.22g
5.41%
Net Carbohydrates:15.47g
5.62%
Sugar:7.64g
8.49%
Cholesterol:0.36mg
0.12%
Sodium:76.89mg
3.34%
Alcohol:0.07g
100%
Alcohol %:0.3%
100%
Caffeine:5.16mg
1.72%
Protein:1.44g
2.89%
Manganese:0.15mg
7.61%
Selenium:3.77µg
5.39%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.22%
Iron:0.88mg
4.87%
Copper:0.09mg
4.61%
Folate:18.17µg
4.54%
Vitamin A:206.04IU
4.12%
Magnesium:13.47mg
3.37%
Vitamin B3:0.64mg
3.19%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
3.13%
Fiber:0.75g
3%
Phosphorus:27.9mg
2.79%
Vitamin E:0.25mg
1.66%
Potassium:55.17mg
1.58%
Zinc:0.23mg
1.55%
Calcium:11.61mg
1.16%