Easy Salted Caramel Pretzel Bark Recipe with 5 Simple Ingredients
A quick and easy salted caramel pretzel bark combining salty crunch and gooey sweetness with just five simple ingredients. Perfect for snacks, gifts, or last-minute desserts.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: About 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups mini pretzels or roughly crushed regular pretzels
- ½ cup store-bought caramel sauce
- 1 cup (about 170 grams) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons (about 28 grams) unsalted butter
- A few pinches of flaky sea salt
Instructions
- Line a 9×13 inch baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat and pre-measure all ingredients.
- Spread about 3 cups of mini pretzels evenly across the lined baking sheet.
- Warm ½ cup of caramel sauce in a microwave-safe bowl for 20-30 seconds until pourable; stir in a teaspoon of warm water if too thick. Drizzle evenly over pretzels.
- In another bowl, combine 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips with 2 tablespoons unsalted butter. Microwave in 20-second bursts, stirring until smooth and glossy.
- Drizzle or spread the melted chocolate evenly over the caramel-covered pretzels, covering any bare spots.
- Sprinkle a few pinches of flaky sea salt over the top immediately after spreading the chocolate.
- Refrigerate the baking sheet for at least 30 minutes to allow the bark to harden completely.
- Remove from fridge and break the bark into rustic chunks. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
Notes
Use good-quality chocolate and caramel for best results. Melt chocolate slowly in short bursts to avoid seizing. Flaky sea salt is preferred for texture and flavor. Chill thoroughly for easy breaking. For gluten-free, use gluten-free pretzels and check caramel and chocolate labels. Vegan adaptations possible with dairy-free chocolate, caramel, and pretzels.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ounce (28 grams)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 13
- Sodium: 110
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Protein: 1
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