Salted Chocolate Caramel Pretzel Bars Recipe
These Salted Chocolate Caramel Pretzel Bars combine crunchy pretzels, smooth caramel, and rich chocolate with a touch of salt for a perfect sweet and salty treat. Easy to prepare, these no-bake bars are ideal for dessert or snack time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: 16 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Pretzel Layer
- 2 cups crushed pretzels
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
Caramel Layer
- 1 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
Chocolate Layer
- 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
Topping
- Coarse sea salt, for sprinkling
Instructions
- Prepare the Pretzel Base: In a mixing bowl, combine crushed pretzels, melted butter, and sea salt. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of a lined 8×8-inch baking pan to form an even crust.
- Add Caramel Layer: Pour the caramel sauce evenly over the pretzel crust, spreading it with a spatula to create a smooth layer.
- Melt Chocolate: Using a microwave-safe bowl, heat the chocolate chips in 20-second intervals, stirring after each, until fully melted and smooth.
- Top With Chocolate: Pour the melted chocolate over the caramel layer and spread evenly with a spatula.
- Chill: Sprinkle coarse sea salt evenly over the top. Refrigerate the bars for at least 2 hours, or until firm and set.
- Slice and Serve: Once chilled, remove the bars from the pan using the parchment paper, slice into squares, and serve.
Notes
- Use a good quality caramel sauce for best flavor; homemade caramel can also be used.
- Press the pretzel crust firmly to ensure it holds together when slicing.
- Store bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- For a nuttier flavor, sprinkle chopped nuts on top before chilling.
- Adjust the amount of sea salt depending on your taste preference.
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