If you are looking for a fun and easy dessert that only uses two ingredients, this viral Pringles chocolate dessert is such a good one to try. It is crunchy, sweet, and comes together with almost no effort.
This trend has been all over TikTok, and I can see why. You take a small can of Pringles, pour melted chocolate over the chips, freeze it, and then slice it into perfect rounds. It ends up looking like a layered chocolate treat with a salty crunch in every bite.
I love this recipe because it is simple, budget-friendly, and uses ingredients you can easily find at Aldi or any grocery store. It is also one of those recipes that feels a little different, but is still super easy to make at home.
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Why You Will Love This Recipe
When I saw people making this Pringles-and-chocolate trend on TikTok, I immediately thought of chocolate-covered potato chips. You can pretty much use any kind of potato chip to make this!
The first time I made this the chocolate didn't cover one side of the pringles (thought it did so only one side of pringles was only fully covered. lol
- Only 2 ingredients
- No baking required
- Sweet and salty flavor combination
- Budget-friendly and easy to make
- Fun and unique dessert idea
- Perfect for TikTok or Pinterest content
Ingredients Needed for This Recipe
- Small can of Pringles – Acts as the base and gives the dessert its signature layered crunch. The smaller can works best for easy slicing.
- Chocolate chips or melting chocolate – Melts down into a smooth mixture that coats the chips and holds everything together once frozen.
How to Make This Recipe
Melt the chocolate: Add your chocolate chips to a microwave-safe bowl and heat in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until fully melted and smooth.
Prepare the Pringles can: Open a small can of Pringles and make sure the chips are mostly intact and stacked evenly.
Pour the chocolate: Slowly pour the melted chocolate into the can, letting it settle between the chips. Tap the can gently on the counter to help the chocolate fill in the gaps.
Freeze: Place the can in the freezer for about 1 to 2 hours, or until fully set.
Remove from the can: Carefully cut or peel away the Pringles can to release the chocolate log.
Slice and serve: Use a sharp or serrated knife to slice into rounds and serve.
Pro Tips
- Pour the chocolate slowly so it evenly coats the chips. Do it in stages so you know its all covered!
- Tap the can lightly to remove air pockets, this helps remove any air bubbles!
- Let it sit a few minutes after freezing before slicing
- Use a serrated knife for cleaner cuts
- Try different chocolate types like milk, dark, or white
Storage
- Store slices in an airtight container
- Keep in the refrigerator or freezer
- Best enjoyed within a few days for the best texture
Recipe FAQs
Yes, but a smaller can is easier to handle and slice.
No, but you can use parchment paper if you want easier removal.
Pringles work best because of their uniform shape, but you can experiment.
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Pringles and Chocolate Trend
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Total Time: 5 min
- Yield: 1 1x
- Category: Dessert
Description
If you are looking for a fun and easy dessert that only uses two ingredients, this viral Pringles chocolate dessert is such a good one to try
Ingredients
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Small can of Plain Pringles
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4 Hershey’s Chocolate Bars for melting
Instructions
Add your chocolate chips to a microwave-safe bowl and heat in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until fully melted and smooth.
Open a small can of Pringles and make sure the chips are mostly intact and stacked evenly.
Slowly pour the melted chocolate into the can, letting it settle between the chips. Tap the can gently on the counter to help the chocolate fill in the gaps.
Place the can in the freezer for about 1 to 2 hours, or until fully set.
Carefully cut or peel away the Pringles can to release the chocolate log.
Use a sharp or serrated knife to slice into rounds and serve.
Notes
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Pour the chocolate slowly so it evenly coats the chips
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Tap the can lightly to remove air pockets
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Let it sit a few minutes after freezing before slicing
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
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