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Easy Salted Caramel Pretzel Bark

A delightful treat combining crunchy pretzels, creamy caramel, and rich dark chocolate, perfect for sharing or indulging.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the bark
  • 8 ounces pretzels Opt for gluten-free pretzels if preferred, such as Snyder's
  • 1 cup butter Feel free to use vegan butter for a dairy-free option
  • 1 cup coconut sugar or light brown sugar Adjust based on your preference for sweetness
  • 2 cups dark chocolate chips Choose dark, aromatic chocolate that melts beautifully
  • sea salt to taste Adds the perfect finishing touch and enhances flavors

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 11x17-inch baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
Assemble
  1. Spread the mini pretzels evenly across the lined baking pan.
Make the Caramel
  1. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine 1 cup of butter and 1 cup of coconut or light brown sugar. Stir constantly for 5-8 minutes until the mixture dissolves and thickens.
Bake the Caramel
  1. Carefully pour the hot caramel over the pretzels and spread it evenly. Bake for 5 minutes.
Melt the Chocolate
  1. Sprinkle dark chocolate chips over the hot caramel layer and return to the oven for 1 minute. Spread the melted chocolate evenly with a spatula.
Finish and Cool
  1. Sprinkle a little sea salt over the melted chocolate. Allow the bark to cool completely at room temperature for 2-3 hours before breaking it into pieces.

Notes

For extra crunch, consider adding chopped nuts like pecans or almonds. Try different flavored chocolate chips for a festive twist.