Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. It’s essential to set the right temperature before baking. Avoid preheating using convection settings, as they can alter baking times.
Line a tray with parchment paper. This will prevent the treats from sticking and make cleanup much easier.
Place the pretzels on the tray, ensuring they’re evenly spaced. This will allow hot air to circulate around them while they bake.
Unwrap the Hugs and place them on top of each pretzel. The chocolate should sit snugly on the pretzel, ready to melt.
Bake in the preheated oven for 1 to 3 minutes. Keep a close eye on them; you want the Hugs to soften but not melt completely. You’ll notice they’re ready when they’re soft enough to press an M&M into.
As soon as you remove the tray from the oven, press an M&M candy into the center of each softened Hug. This step is crucial to achieving that beautiful finish.
Allow the chocolate to harden. You can let them sit at room temperature or speed up the process by putting them in the refrigerator for a few minutes. Enjoy the delightful aroma that fills your kitchen!
