Charcuterie Butterfly & Dragonfly Pretzels


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These butterfly and dragonfly pretzels are a whimsical addition to your charcuterie board. They are both savory and sweet, making them a delightful treat for any occasion.

Ingredients:
  • 1 package of pretzel dough store-bought or homemade
  • 1/4 cup coarse sea salt
  • 1/4 cup melted butter
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup thinly sliced prosciutto
  • 1/4 cup thinly sliced salami
  • 1/4 cup sliced pepperoni
  • 1/4 cup assorted olives
  • 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup mini mozzarella balls
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
  • 1/4 cup honey for drizzling
  • Toothpicks for assembling dragonflies and butterflies

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 350F 175C

Roll out the pretzel dough and cut it into butterfly and dragonfly shapes using cookie cutters

Sprinkle coarse sea salt over the pretzel shapes and bake them according to the package instructions or your homemade dough recipe until they are golden brown

While the pretzels are baking, mix the melted butter and grated Parmesan cheese in a small bowl

Once the pretzels are out of the oven, brush them with the butter and Parmesan mixture while they are still warm

Assemble the dragonfly pretzels by using toothpicks to attach sliced prosciutto wings, olive eyes, and cherry tomato heads

Assemble the butterfly pretzels by using toothpicks to attach sliced salami wings, mini mozzarella ball bodies, and fresh basil antennae

Place the assembled pretzels on a charcuterie board or serving platter

Drizzle honey over the pretzels for a touch of sweetness

Serve your charcuterie butterfly and dragonfly pretzels as a fun and delicious appetizer


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