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Quick No-Bake Salted Caramel Pretzel Bars Recipe

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  • Author: Lily
  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 9 bars (3x3 grid from an 8x8-inch pan) 1x

Description

These Quick No-Bake Salted Caramel Pretzel Bars offer the perfect sweet and salty indulgence. Combining the irresistible crunch of crushed pretzels with the silky richness of salted caramel and optional chocolate drizzle, these bars are a delightful treat that requires no baking. Ready in just over an hour, they are an easy-to-make snack or dessert perfect for satisfying cravings with minimal effort.

Ingredients

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Base

  • 2 cups Pretzels (crushed)
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter (melted)

Topping

  • 1 cup Salted Caramel Sauce (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1/2 cup Chocolate (optional, melted)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the baking dish: Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper to ensure easy removal of the bars once set.
  2. Make the pretzel base: In a mixing bowl, combine the crushed pretzels with the melted unsalted butter. Mix thoroughly until the pretzels are evenly coated with the butter.
  3. Form the crust: Firmly press the pretzel and butter mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish, creating an even layer.
  4. Add the caramel layer: Drizzle the salted caramel sauce evenly over the pressed pretzel base to cover completely.
  5. Optional chocolate drizzle: If desired, melt the chocolate and drizzle it over the caramel layer for an extra touch of richness.
  6. Chill and set: Place the assembled baking dish in the refrigerator and chill for at least 1 hour to allow the bars to firm up.
  7. Serve: Once set, remove the bars from the dish using the parchment paper and cut into squares. Enjoy chilled.

Notes

  • For a homemade caramel sauce, cook sugar, butter, and cream together until smooth and thickened.
  • Use gluten-free pretzels to make this recipe gluten free.
  • Store bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  • Adding chopped nuts to the pretzel base can add extra crunch and flavor.
  • Allow the chocolate to cool slightly before drizzling to prevent melting the caramel layer directly.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: No-bake, Salted caramel, Pretzel bars, Sweet and salty, Easy dessert, Quick snack, No-bake bars

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