Looking for a fun and super easy Halloween treat? Kids will love these gluten free witch’s brooms which are perfect for parties or at home.
GLUTEN FREE WITCH’S BROOMS
These gluten free witches’ brooms are among my family’s favorite Halloween recipes.
They’re super easy to assemble so kids can help or do it by themselves with a little adult supervision.
You’ll only need a few simple ingredients which are easy to find at your local grocery store, and clean-up is a cinch.
BONUS: Everyone will enjoy this easy gluten free recipe because it doesn’t taste gluten-free, which means it’s perfect for parties!
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INGREDIENTS NEEDED
- gluten free pretzel sticks I used Snyder’s
- mini Reese’s peanut butter cups
- chocolate chips or chocolate candy melts. Be sure they are labeled gluten-free as some are not
- Halloween sprinkles totally optional but a fun addition!
Looking for more gluten-free Halloween inspiration? You’ll love my Gluten Free Halloween Guide, Gluten free Halloween Brownies, and my comprehensive Gluten Free Candy List
HOW TO MAKE GLUTEN FREE WITCH’S BROOMS
Step 1: Assemble Ingredients
Because you’ll be working with melted chocolate, it’s easiest if you set out all the ingredients you’ll need so you can quickly assemble.
If kids will be helping, you can assign them each to a specific part or give them a portion of supplies to make their own.
- Put pretzel sticks in a bowl.
- Unwrap mini Reese’s peanut butter cups and place top down with the small side up.
Step 2: Melt Chocolate
Since it’s such a small amount, I just melted the chocolate chips in the microwave.
To melt in the microwave: pour chocolate chips into a small microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on 50% power for 30 seconds, then stir thoroughly. If they’re not completely melted, microwave at 50% power for 15 second increments, stirring after each, until melted.
To melt on the stove top: warm chocolate chips in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir continuously and remove from the heat when the chocolate chips are almost melted. Continue to stir and they will finish melting.
PRO TIP: Be careful not to overcook chocolate, as it will become to hard to work with and/or burn.
Step 3: Assemble Witches’ Brooms
For each witch’s broom, dip one end of a gluten free pretzel stick into the melted chocolate so 1/2 inch is covered in a thick layer of chocolate.
Immediately press the chocolate-dipped end gently into the bottom of a mini Reese’s cup. You won’t be inserting the pretzel rod, just indenting it a little bit so they will stick together.
PRO TIP: If you insert the pretzel stick too far, it might split the Reese’s cup.
Step 4: Finishing Touches
If you want, you can generously sprinkle some fun Halloween sprinkles onto the melted chocolate on the finished Witch’s brooms.
This is easiest to do if the chocolate has had a chance to set a little, but is still melted enough for the sprinkles to stick.
HOW TO STORE
Store witch’s brooms in an airtight container. These keep pretty well so they’re easy to make ahead, which is great for parties!
MORE GLUTEN-FREE HALLOWEEN FUN
Gluten Free Halloween Brownies
Make hot dog mummies with my Gluten Free Crescent Roll recipe!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Are Reese’s Cups Gluten Free?
All Reese’s Cups, including mini Reese’s cups, are gluten-free, with the exception of seasonal shapes such as ghosts, pumpkins, or trees, which are not gluten-free.
Where Can I Find Gluten Free Pretzels?
Snyder’s gluten-free pretzels can be found at Walmart and most other grocery stores. Some stores, including Trader Joe’s, also carry other brands such as Fit Joy, Quinn, or Glutino.
I don’t love the texture of Glutino, Snyder’s are my favorite.
Can I Make Witch’s Brooms with Cheese Instead of Reese’s Cups?
Witch’s brooms can easily be made with gluten-free pretzels sticks, mozzarella cheese sticks, and chives.
To assemble, Take a gluten free pretzel stick and push half a string cheese onto one end. This will be the broom’s bristles.
Use a chive to tie around the top of the mozzarella, creating the broom’s handle.
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GLUTEN FREE WITCH’S BROOMS RECIPE
Gluten Free Witch's Brooms
Looking for a fun and super easy Halloween treat? Kids will love these gluten free witch's brooms which are perfect for parties or at home.
Ingredients
- 16 gluten free pretzel sticks (I use Snyder's)
- 16 mini Reese's peanut butter cups, unwrapped
- about 1/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, for melting
- Halloween sprinkles, optional
Instructions
- Pour chocolate chips into a small microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on 50% power for 30 seconds, then stir thoroughly. If they’re not completely melted, microwave at 50% power for 15 second increments, stirring after each, until melted.
- For each witch’s broom, dip one end of a gluten free pretzel stick into the melted chocolate so about 1/2 inch is covered in a thick layer of chocolate.
- Immediately press the chocolate-dipped end gently into the bottom of a mini Reese’s cup. You won’t be inserting the pretzel rod, just indenting it a little bit so they will stick together.
- Sprinkle Halloween sprinkles over the chocolate on finished pretzels while the chocolate is still soft.
- Allow the chocolate to harden completely before serving so the broom sticks don't break apart.
Notes
Store witch’s brooms in an airtight container at room temperature. These keep pretty well so they’re easy to make ahead, which is great for parties!
All Reese’s Cups, including mini Reese’s cups, are gluten-free, with the exception of seasonal shapes such as ghosts, pumpkins, or trees, which are not gluten-free.
I recommend Snyder's gluten-free pretzels
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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 16 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 141Total Fat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 364mgCarbohydrates: 27gFiber: 1gSugar: 4gProtein: 3g