Description
These easy, no-bake Salted Chocolate Caramel Pretzel Bars are the perfect balance of sweet and salty! With just 4 ingredients, this quick treat requires no candy thermometer and comes together in minutes. Perfect for snacking, parties, or gifting!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips, divided (high-quality chocolate melts best)
- 8 oz mini pretzel twists (about half of a 16 oz bag)
- 11 oz Kraft Caramel Bits (or homemade caramel)
- Sea salt, for sprinkling
Instructions
- Prepare the pan: Line a large, rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Melt chocolate base: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt 8 oz of the chocolate chips in 15-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth.
- Assemble base: Spread melted chocolate evenly onto the parchment-lined baking sheet. Immediately press pretzel twists on top (overlapping is fine).
- Melt caramel: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine caramel bits with 2 tbsp water. Microwave on high for 2 minutes, then stir until smooth.
- Drizzle caramel: Evenly drizzle the melted caramel over the pretzels.
- Melt remaining chocolate: Melt the remaining 4 oz of chocolate and drizzle over the caramel layer.
- Finish and chill: Sprinkle sea salt over the bars. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or until firm.
- Break and serve: Once set, cut or break into pieces. Enjoy!
Notes
- Chocolate Tip: Use Ghirardelli or another high-quality chocolate for smooth melting.
- Storage: Keep in an airtight container at room temperature for 3 days or refrigerate for up to 1 week.
- Caramel Substitute: Use soft caramel candies instead of bits, melting with a bit of cream if needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 268 kcal
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg