Description
🍫✨ Sweet meets salty in this irresistible Salted Caramel Pretzel Bark, bringing you the perfect balance of crunch and gooey caramel goodness! 💖😋
🌟 Easy to make and unbelievably addictive, it’s the ultimate treat to satisfy your sweet tooth and impress your loved ones! 🍬🥨
Ingredients
Butter (unsalted or salted) – 1 cup or 6 tablespoons
Brown Sugar – 1 cup, packed
Heavy Cream (optional)
Light Corn Syrup – ½ cup
Vanilla Extract – 1 teaspoon (optional)
Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips – 12 ounces or 3 cups
Mini Pretzels – 8 ounces or 3 cups
Fleur de Sel or Sea Salt – for sprinkling
Soft Caramels (optional) – 11 ounces for quicker preparation
Coconut Oil – 2 teaspoons (optional for chocolate smoothness)
Plant-based Butter (for vegan option)
Gluten-Free Pretzels (for gluten-free option)
Vegan Chocolate Chips (for vegan option)
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C) and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking.
2. In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat and add brown sugar. Simmer the mixture until smooth and caramelized.
3. Arrange mini pretzels in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet to create an even base layer.
4. Pour the caramel mixture evenly over the pretzels, ensuring all pretzels are coated.
5. Bake the caramel-covered pretzels for 5-7 minutes to further set the caramel and meld the flavors.
6. While the caramel pretzels bake, melt chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval until smooth.
7. Remove the pretzels from the oven and pour the melted chocolate over the caramel layer, spreading it evenly with a spatula or spoon.
8. Quickly sprinkle sea salt evenly over the chocolate layer before it hardens to enhance the sweet-salty flavor.
9. Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator and allow the bark to set for at least 1 hour, ensuring the layers harden and fuse together.
10. Once set, break the bark into smaller, bite-sized pieces and serve or store as desired.
Notes
1. Simplify your caramel-making process by closely monitoring the cooking temperature for the perfect texture.
2. Experiment with toppings like toasted nuts, dried fruit, or a sprinkle of chili powder for unique flavor variations.
3. Keep your Salted Caramel Pretzel Bark fresh by storing it in airtight containers, refrigerating for two weeks, or freezing for longer durability.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American