Salted Caramel Pretzel Bark Recipe
This Salted Caramel Pretzel Bark is a delightful sweet and salty treat featuring a layered combination of smooth milk chocolate, crunchy pretzels, and gooey caramel drizzle. Perfect for snacking or gifting, this no-bake dessert comes together quickly with simple ingredients and minimal effort.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: About 20 pieces 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Chocolate Layer
- 1 (12 oz) bag Milk Chocolate Chips
Pretzels
- 8 oz Pretzels (Half of 16 oz Bag)
Caramel Drizzle
- 1 (11 oz) bag Kraft Caramels, Unwrapped
- 2 tbsp Heavy Cream
Instructions
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside. This will prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Melt Chocolate: Place the milk chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl and heat in 30-second intervals, stirring thoroughly between each, until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
- Spread Initial Chocolate Layer: Pour about two-thirds of the melted chocolate onto the prepared baking sheet and spread it evenly to form a smooth layer.
- Add Pretzels: Arrange the pretzels evenly over the melted chocolate, gently pressing them in so they stick but remain visible.
- Make Caramel Drizzle: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the unwrapped caramels with the heavy cream. Microwave for 2 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the caramel is melted and creamy. Drizzle this caramel mixture evenly over the pretzels.
- Drizzle Remaining Chocolate: Use the remaining melted chocolate to drizzle over the caramel and pretzels to create a beautiful layered effect.
- Chill to Set: Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator and chill until the bark is firm and set, about 1 hour. Once set, break into pieces and enjoy.
Notes
- Use parchment paper for easy removal of the bark from the baking sheet.
- Make sure to stir the chocolate thoroughly between microwave intervals to prevent burning.
- You can substitute semi-sweet chocolate chips if preferred for a less sweet flavor.
- Storing the bark in an airtight container in the refrigerator helps maintain freshness.
- Add a pinch of sea salt on top before chilling for an extra salty kick.
Keywords: salted caramel, pretzel bark, easy dessert, no-bake, chocolate treat, caramel drizzle, sweet and salty snack
