Chocolate caramel pretzel bars are one of the best desserts I’ve ever made! I know you will enjoy it as much as we do! A simple yet decadent dessert that takes little time to make.
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I love a great chocolate treat; There’s nothing more satisfying than the taste of chocolate in a dessert. That’s why these Chocolate Caramel Pretzel Bars are one of my favorite recipes.
- TASTE GOOD: These pretzel bars are the perfect mix of salty and sweet. The pecans also provide a delicious nutty flavor.
- TEXTURE: These bars feature chewy caramel, crunchy pretzels, and toasted nuts. There is deliciousness in every bite.
- TIME: It only takes 20 minutes to prepare.
- EASE: If baking isn’t your forte, these no-bake chocolate caramel pretzel bars are a lifesaver. They are very easy to prepare and don’t require much time in the kitchen.
what you will need
Ingredient Notes
- pretzels– I used twisted pretzels, but you can use any shape pretzels you like or they will get a bit mashed.
- Chocolate- For the best flavor, use quality milk chocolate and white chocolate chips.
- pecans– For a nuttier flavor, use toasted pecans. You can also cook it yourself in the oven.
Add-Ins and Substitutions
- Use different chocolate chips. You can also make this with dark chocolate or even peanut butter chips.
- Substitute other nuts- Try this recipe with hazelnuts, walnuts or almonds.
- Make it gluten free – Make this recipe with gluten-free pretzels instead of the regular pretzels.
- Add graham crackers – Add some shredded graham crackers to these pretzel bars for even more sweetness and crunch.
How to make Chocolate Caramel Pretzel Bars
- crush pretzels. Place the pretzels in a large ziplock bag and use your hands to mash the bag to lightly break the pretzels into small pieces.
- Melt the milk chocolate. Melt the milk chocolate until smooth, then pour into a baking dish lined with baking paper.
- Add the pretzel pieces. Spread the chopped pretzels evenly and press into the melted chocolate.
Pro Tip: Press the pretzels into the chocolate with your hands so they stick. Otherwise, your pretzel bars may fall apart.
- Prepare caramel and pecans. Melt the caramel squares with a little water in a small saucepan over medium-high heat. Meanwhile, chop the toasted pecans
- Add the caramel and pecans to the pretzels. Pour the melted caramel slowly and evenly over the pretzels, then sprinkle the chopped pecans on top, again squeezing them with your hands.
- Pour melted chocolate on top. Melt the remaining milk chocolate and drizzle over the pecans. Then pour the melted white chocolate on top. Allow the dessert to set at room temperature for at least 8 hours before slicing.
recipe tips
- Be sure to use high-quality chocolate– Chocolate is the main ingredient in this recipe, so don’t miss it.
- Use toasted pecans. Roasted pecans have a more pronounced nutty flavor. It really is a game changer. You can buy them roasted or cook them yourself in the oven.
- Don’t crush the pretzels too much. Crush them into smaller pieces, but don’t crush them into crumbs. In these bars, you want the texture of larger pieces.
- let it go down- You need to let these pretzel bars set for at least 8 hours to allow the chocolate and caramel to set sufficiently.
FAQs
If you’re using melted chocolate in a recipe where you want to create a spritz, you have two options. The first is to dip your spoon into the melted chocolate and drizzle back and forth by hand. A second way to create a lattice drizzle is to use a frosting or piping bag.
To roast pecans, preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Spread the nuts evenly on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until they begin to brown. Stir halfway through to avoid burning. Remove from oven and allow to cool.
serving suggestions
These Chocolate Caramel Pretzel Bars are a delicious dessert that can be served with other sweet treats or drinks. Serve them with your favorites for the best dessert buffet.
- Chocolate Treats: Pair these bars with some chocolate brandy fig candies, chocolate bark, chocolate covered dates, or paleo chocolate fudge.
- Cookies: Serve them with some chocolate macarons, pecan shortbread cookies, cookies and cream cookies, or monstera cookies.
- Cake: Enjoy these Chocolate Caramel Pretzel Bars with some Tiramisu Cake (VIDEO), Chocolate Mousse Cake, Mini No-Bake Cheesecakes (VIDEO), or Nutella Cake.
- Beverages: Serve these treats with Hot Chocolate, Caramel Frappuccino (Starbucks Copycat), Pumpkin Spice Latte, or Iced Caramel Macchiato.
Make this recipe ahead of time
Go on: Since this recipe needs at least 8 hours to set, you can make it at least a day in advance. Just keep covered with plastic wrap until ready to cut into bars.
storage: Store these Chocolate Caramel Pretzel Bars in an airtight container or wrapped in plastic wrap at room temperature or in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Freeze: You can freeze these bars in a ziplock freezer bag for up to 6 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator or at room temperature.
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Chocolate caramel pretzel bars
These delicious Chocolate Caramel Pretzel Bars are the perfect treat for your salty and sweet cravings!
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Servings: 12 bars
Calories: 416kcal
instructions
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Place the pretzels in a large ziplock bag and crush the bag with your hands to lightly break the pretzels into small pieces.
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Melt 1 1/2 cups milk chocolate until smooth.
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Line a 9″ x 13″ baking dish with parchment paper and pour in the melted milk chocolate.
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Spread the crushed pretzels evenly over the melted chocolate. Press the pretzels into the chocolate with your hands.
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Melt the caramel squares with 2 tablespoons of water in a small saucepan over medium-high heat. Meanwhile, chop the toasted pecans
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Slowly pour the melted caramel over the pretzels to ensure even distribution.
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Sprinkle the chopped pecans over the caramel, then squeeze again with your hands.
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Melt the remaining 1/2 cup milk chocolate and drizzle over the pecans.
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Melt the white chocolate and drizzle over the milk chocolate. Allow the dessert to set at room temperature for at least 8 hours before slicing.
Remarks
- Be sure to use high-quality chocolate– Chocolate is the main ingredient in this recipe, so don’t miss it.
- Use toasted pecans. Roasted pecans have a more pronounced nutty flavor. It really is a game changer. You can buy them roasted or cook them yourself in the oven.
- Don’t crush the pretzels too much. Crush them into smaller pieces, but don’t crush them into crumbs. In these bars, you want the texture of larger pieces.
- let it go down- You need to let these pretzel bars set for at least 8 hours to allow the chocolate and caramel to set sufficiently.
Nourishment
Calories: 416kcal | Carbohydrates: 53.4G | Protein: 5.7G | Fat: 21.2G | Saturated Fatty Acids: 8.7G | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 181mg | Fiber: 2.1G | Sugar: 43.6G
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