Salted Caramel Pretzel Bark Recipe
This Salted Caramel Pretzel Bark is a delightful sweet and salty treat combining creamy milk chocolate, crunchy pretzels, and rich caramel drizzle. Perfect for a quick dessert or snack, this easy-to-make bark brings together classic flavors in a simple, no-bake preparation.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 5 mins
- Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
- Yield: Approximately 24 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 a 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 to keep the bark from sticking and allow easy removal later.
- Melt Chocolate: Place the milk chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl and heat in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until the chocolate is melted and smooth.
- Spread Chocolate Layer: Spread about two-thirds of the melted chocolate evenly over the parchment paper-lined baking sheet to form the base layer.
- Add Pretzels: Arrange the pretzels in an even layer on top of the spread chocolate, gently pressing them into the melted chocolate to adhere well.
- Melt Caramel Mixture: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the unwrapped caramels with the heavy cream and microwave for about 2 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the caramel is melted and smooth.
- Drizzle Caramel: Evenly drizzle the melted caramel over the pretzel layer for a rich, gooey topping.
- Top with Remaining Chocolate: Drizzle the remaining melted chocolate over the caramel and pretzels to create a marbled effect and additional chocolate layer.
- Chill to Set: Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator and chill until the bark is firm and set, about 1 to 2 hours.
Notes
- For an extra touch, sprinkle a pinch of flaky sea salt over the top before chilling to enhance the salted caramel flavor.
- If desired, use semi-sweet or dark chocolate instead of milk chocolate for a less sweet variation.
- Store the bark in an airtight container at room temperature or in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
- To break into pieces, gently bend the set bark once firm, it should snap easily along natural cracks.
Keywords: Salted Caramel, Pretzel Bark, Chocolate Bark, No-Bake Dessert, Easy Chocolate Treat, Sweet and Salty Snack
