Chocolate Pretzel Cigarettes in 5 Easy Steps

This blog post is all about Chocolate Pretzel “Cigarettes.” A Chic Sex and the City Party Treat.

While these treats are perfect for Sex and the City-themed gatherings, they’re surprisingly versatile for other occasions too! Consider serving them at 1920s Great Gatsby parties, Mad Men viewing parties, vintage Hollywood movie nights, or even sophisticated adult birthday celebrations.

They also make a cheeky addition to bachelorette parties, girls’ night in events, or any retro-themed celebration where you want to add a touch of playful nostalgia.

The key is the presentation – these conversation-starting treats work best at events where guests will appreciate the humor and creativity behind the concept.

Channel your inner Carrie Bradshaw with these sophisticated and playful chocolate pretzel “cigarettes” that are perfect for your Sex and the City themed party!

What You’ll Need

For the “Cigarettes”:

Pretzel sticks (the thin, straight kind work best)
White chocolate chips or melting wafers
Red food coloring or red candy melts
Small paintbrush or toothpick

For the “Ashtray”:

White sprinkles
Black sprinkles (or crushed chocolate cookies)
Small white plate or actual ashtray (clean, obviously!)

Step-by-Step Tutorial

Making the Chocolate Pretzel “Cigarettes”

Melt the white chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval until smooth. Be careful not to overheat!

Dip each pretzel stick about 3/4 of the way into the white chocolate, leaving the top brown portion exposed to mimic the filter.

Place on parchment paper and let the chocolate set for about 10 minutes.

Create the “lit” tip by mixing a tiny amount of red food coloring into a small portion of melted white chocolate (or melt red candy melts separately). Using a small paintbrush or toothpick, dab just the very tip of each pretzel with the red mixture.

Let everything set completely – about 20-30 minutes in the refrigerator will speed this up!

Creating the “Ashtray” Display

Mix your “ashes” by combining white and black sprinkles in a small bowl. The ratio should be mostly white with some black mixed in for that authentic ash look.
Sprinkle the mixture onto your serving plate or clean ashtray.
Arrange your chocolate pretzel “cigarettes” artfully in the “ashes” – some can be standing up, others can be lying down as if they’ve been “put out.”

Pro Tips for the Perfect Party Presentation

Make them ahead: These can be made up to 3 days in advance and stored in an airtight container
Temperature matters: Keep them in a cool place so the chocolate doesn’t melt
Styling trick: Add a few with longer “ash” tips by extending the gray/black sprinkle mixture further up the pretzel
Carrie would approve: Serve alongside cosmos and quotes from the show for the full experience!

The Perfect Party Conversation Starter

These cheeky treats are sure to get your guests talking and laughing. They’re a playful nod to the glamorous, slightly rebellious spirit of Sex and the City without any of the actual health concerns. Plus, they taste amazing – the salty-sweet combination of pretzel and chocolate is irresistible!

Serving suggestion: Display them in vintage-style ashtrays alongside your other party treats, and don’t forget to have your best Carrie Bradshaw one-liners ready. After all, couldn’t help but wonder… what’s better than a chocolate cigarette that won’t leave you with any regrets the next morning?

What’s your favorite Sex and the City party theme idea? Share your photos and tag us when you make these chocolate pretzel “cigarettes” We’d love to see your creative displays!