Description
This Salted Caramel Pretzel Bark combines smooth milk chocolate, crunchy pretzels, and sweet, creamy caramel for a delightful sweet and salty treat. Easy to prepare and perfect for sharing or gifting, this bark sets quickly and offers a satisfying mix of textures and flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Chocolate Layer
- 12 oz milk chocolate chips
Crunchy Layer
- 8 oz pretzels (half of 16 oz bag)
Caramel Drizzle
- 11 oz Kraft caramels, unwrapped
- 2 tbsp heavy cream
Instructions
- Prepare the Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set it aside to ensure the bark does not stick after setting.
- Melt the 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 fully melted and smooth.
- Spread Chocolate Base: Pour two-thirds of the melted chocolate onto the prepared baking sheet and spread it evenly to form a base layer.
- Add Pretzels: Arrange the pretzels evenly over the melted chocolate layer, gently pressing them into the chocolate to secure.
- Melt Caramel Mixture: Combine the unwrapped caramels and heavy cream in a microwave-safe bowl, heating for 2 minutes until melted, stirring halfway to ensure smoothness.
- Drizzle Caramel: Evenly drizzle the melted caramel over the pretzel layer on the chocolate base.
- Drizzle Remaining Chocolate: Use the remaining melted chocolate to drizzle all over the top of the bark, adding an extra layer of flavor and texture.
- Chill Until Firm: Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator and chill until the bark is fully set and firm, about 30 minutes.
Notes
- To speed up setting, place the bark in the freezer for 15 minutes instead of the refrigerator.
- For a twist, substitute pretzels with salted nuts or add a sprinkle of sea salt on top for extra flavor.
- Ensure caramels are completely melted with cream for smooth drizzling; stir well to avoid clumps.
- Store the bark in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
- Use high-quality chocolate chips for best flavor and texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
