Description
This delightful No Bake Caramel Pretzel Crack Bars recipe combines sweet and salty flavors for an irresistible treat.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups crushed pretzels
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 cup caramel sauce
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 1/2 cups milk chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- Sea salt, for sprinkling
- Additional crushed pretzels, for topping
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: Line an 8×8-inch square baking dish with parchment paper. Combine crushed pretzels, melted butter, and sugar in a bowl. Press firmly into the bottom of the prepared dish. Chill in the refrigerator for 20 minutes to set.
- Warm the caramel layer: Gently warm the caramel sauce and peanut butter in a saucepan over low heat until smooth. Pour over the chilled crust and return to the refrigerator to chill for another 30 minutes.
- Combine chocolate layer: Combine chocolate chips and heavy cream in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals until melted and smooth. Pour over the caramel layer. Sprinkle with sea salt and additional crushed pretzels.
- Chill: Chill in the refrigerator for at least 120 minutes or until completely set.
- Serve: Lift out of the dish using the parchment paper overhang, cut into bars, and serve.
Notes
For an extra special touch, drizzle some additional caramel sauce on top before serving. Ensure the crust is firmly pressed down for stability.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: no bake dessert, caramel pretzel bars, sweet and salty treat