Irresistible Salted Caramel Pretzel Bark Recipe You Must Try
This salted caramel pretzel bark combines salty, sweet, and crunchy flavors with buttery caramel, rich chocolate, and pretzel crunch for an irresistible treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- Small pretzel twists or mini pretzel sticks
- 1 cup (226 grams) unsalted butter
- 1 cup (200 grams) brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups (350 grams) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Flaky sea salt
- Optional toppings: crushed nuts, mini marshmallows, white chocolate drizzle
Instructions
- Line a sheet pan with parchment paper, ensuring the edges are covered.
- Lay the pretzels in a single layer on the parchment paper, covering the surface area.
- In a saucepan, melt 1 cup (226 grams) of unsalted butter over medium heat. Add 1 cup (200 grams) of brown sugar and stir continuously until the mixture comes to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 3-4 minutes, stirring to prevent burning.
- Carefully pour the hot caramel over the pretzels, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.
- In a double boiler or microwave-safe bowl, melt 2 cups (350 grams) of semi-sweet chocolate chips. If microwaving, heat in 20-second intervals, stirring each time.
- Pour the melted chocolate over the caramel layer and spread it evenly with a spatula.
- Sprinkle flaky sea salt generously over the chocolate, along with any optional toppings like chopped nuts or mini marshmallows.
- Place the tray in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or until the bark is completely set.
- Once the bark is firm, lift it out of the pan using the parchment paper and break it into bite-sized pieces.
Notes
[‘Keep an eye on the caramel to prevent burning.’, ‘Use room-temperature butter for even melting.’, ‘Don’t skimp on the flaky sea salt for the best flavor.’, ‘Chill the bark for at least two hours before breaking it into pieces.’, ‘Store in an airtight container to maintain crunch and flavor.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18
- Fat: 10
- Carbohydrates: 26
- Protein: 2
Keywords: salted caramel, pretzel bark, chocolate bark, easy dessert, holiday treat, sweet and salty