Salted Caramel Pretzel Bark Recipe

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

This Salted Caramel Pretzel Bark is a delightful treat that combines the sweetness of caramel with the crunch of pretzels, making it a perfect addition to your holiday dessert table. It’s an easy-to-make recipe that will impress your family and friends during the festive season.

Ideal for Christmas desserts, this bark is not only delicious but also visually appealing, making it a great gift or party favor.

Easy Salted Caramel Pretzel Bark Recipe

This recipe features a layer of pretzels topped with a rich caramel sauce and a sprinkle of sea salt, all coated in chocolate. It takes about 30 minutes to prepare and sets quickly, making it a convenient option for holiday gatherings.

Ingredients

2 cups pretzel sticks
1 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1 cup chocolate chips (milk or dark)
1/4 teaspoon sea salt (for sprinkling)
Optional: 1/2 cup chopped nuts or candy for topping

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Arrange Pretzels: Spread the pretzel sticks evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
Make Caramel: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the brown sugar and butter. Stir until melted and bubbly, then pour the caramel mixture over the pretzels, spreading it evenly.
Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, then remove and let cool for a few minutes.
Add Chocolate: Sprinkle chocolate chips over the warm caramel layer. Allow them to sit for a few minutes to melt, then spread the melted chocolate evenly over the top.
Sprinkle Salt: Finish by sprinkling sea salt over the chocolate layer. If desired, add chopped nuts or candy on top.
Cool and Break: Let the bark cool completely at room temperature or in the refrigerator. Once set, break into pieces and serve.