Description
This Salted Caramel Pretzel Bark is a delightful combination of creamy milk chocolate, crunchy pretzels, and rich caramel with a hint of saltiness. It’s a simple no-bake sweet treat that perfectly balances sweet and salty flavors, making it ideal for snacking or gifting during the holidays.
Ingredients
Scale
Chocolate Layer
- 1 (12 oz) bag Milk Chocolate Chips
Pretzel Layer
- 8 oz Pretzels (half of a 16 oz bag)
Caramel Layer
- 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 prevent sticking and for easy removal of the bark once set.
- Melt Chocolate: Place the milk chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl and heat in 30 second intervals, stirring thoroughly between each interval until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
- Spread Chocolate Base: Spread about two-thirds of the melted chocolate evenly across the parchment-lined baking sheet, creating an even chocolate layer as the base.
- Add Pretzels: Arrange the pretzels on top of the melted chocolate in a single, even layer. Press them gently into the chocolate so they adhere well as it sets.
- Melt Caramel: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the unwrapped caramels and heavy cream. Microwave for about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally until the caramel is melted and smooth.
- Drizzle Caramel: Evenly drizzle the melted caramel over the pretzel layer, covering the surface to add a rich, sweet, salty contrast.
- Drizzle Remaining Chocolate: Using the remaining melted chocolate, drizzle it generously over the top of the caramel and pretzel layers to create a beautiful marbled effect and add an extra chocolatey layer.
- Chill and Set: Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator and chill until the bark is firm and fully set, typically for about 1 hour. Once hardened, break into pieces and serve or store in an airtight container.
Notes
- For best results, use good quality milk chocolate chips for better flavor and texture.
- If the chocolate or caramel thickens too much while working, gently reheat in the microwave for a few seconds to restore smoothness.
- You can substitute pretzels with different varieties like pretzel sticks or mini pretzels depending on texture preference.
- Store the bark in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week or refrigerate for longer shelf life.
- For a salted caramel effect, lightly sprinkle flaky sea salt over the top just after drizzling caramel before chilling.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approx. 1 oz)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
