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Salted Caramel Pretzel Bars

Irresistible Salted Caramel Pretzel Bars in Just 30 Minutes

Delight in the sweet and salty essence of Salted Caramel Pretzel Bars, a quick no-bake dessert that’s a favorite among all.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 cups pretzels gluten-free option available
  • ½ cup butter unsalted recommended
For the Caramel Layer
  • 1 cup salted caramel sauce store-bought or homemade
Optional Topping
  • ½ cup chocolate dark chocolate optional

Equipment

  • 8x8-inch baking dish
  • microwave-safe bowl
  • Rolling Pin
  • Spatula
  • Measuring Cup
  • zip-top bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Crush pretzels in a zip-top bag using a rolling pin for 2-3 minutes. Melt ½ cup unsalted butter in the microwave for 30 seconds. Combine crushed pretzels with melted butter.
  2. Line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper. Press the pretzel mixture into the dish evenly.
  3. Pour 1 cup of salted caramel sauce over the pretzel layer and spread evenly.
  4. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes until firm.
  5. Melt ½ cup of chocolate in the microwave for 30-40 seconds. Drizzle over the chilled bars.
  6. Lift the bars out using parchment paper, slice into squares, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 40mgIron: 0.6mg

Notes

Pack the pretzel layer tightly to ensure the bars hold together well. Adjust salt in the caramel sauce for desired taste. For best results, consume within a week.

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