Description
Salted Caramel Pretzel Bark is a delightful no-bake treat combining smooth milk chocolate, crunchy pretzels, and sweet, creamy caramel. This easy-to-make dessert offers a perfect balance of salty and sweet flavors, ideal for parties or quick homemade candy cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
Chocolate Base
- 12 oz milk chocolate chips
Crunchy Layer
- 8 oz pretzels (half of 16 oz bag)
Salted Caramel Drizzle
- 11 oz Kraft caramels, unwrapped
- 2 tbsp heavy cream
Instructions
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set it aside for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking.
- Melt Chocolate: Place the milk chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl and heat in 30 second intervals, stirring thoroughly between each session until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth.
- Spread Chocolate Base: Pour and spread about two-thirds of the melted chocolate evenly over the parchment-lined baking sheet to form the base layer.
- Add Pretzels: Arrange the pretzels evenly over the chocolate base and gently press them down so they stick into the melted chocolate.
- Melt Caramel: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the unwrapped caramels and heavy cream. Heat for 2 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the caramel is melted and smooth.
- Drizzle Caramel: Evenly drizzle the melted caramel over the pretzel layer, covering the surface for a sweet, gooey middle layer.
- Finish with Chocolate Drizzle: Using the remaining melted chocolate, drizzle it over the caramel and pretzels for added chocolate flavor and decoration.
- Chill Until Set: Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator and chill until the bark is firm and set, usually about 30 minutes to 1 hour, before breaking into pieces to serve.
Notes
- Make sure to stir the chocolate while melting to avoid burning and ensure smooth texture.
- Using parchment paper helps easily lift the bark once set.
- You can substitute pretzels with salted nuts or crackers for a different crunch.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator to keep the bark firm and fresh.
- For a dairy-free version, swap out milk chocolate and heavy cream for vegan alternatives.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approx. 30 g)
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 16 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
