Peanut Butter Pretzel Bark is a simple, no‑bake treat that delivers the perfect balance of sweet, salty, creamy, and crunchy in every bite!
The Best White Chocolate Peanut Butter Bark Recipe!
I love making bark for the holidays. There are so many variations of it, which means there is something for everyone! It’s a great gift idea and a nice compliment to platters of treats!
We especially love the combination of peanut butter and white chocolate, so this Peanut Butter Pretzel Bark is one of our favorites! This recipe has become a reader favorite, too! It’s the perfect mix of creamy, sweet, and salty!
Why this Recipe Works:
- Creamy and Crunchy Texture – The smooth chocolate peanut butter layer contrasts with crunchy pretzels and nuts, keeping each bite interesting and satisfying.
- No Bake Reliability – This recipe relies on melting and cooling rather than baking, eliminating the risk of over baking or drying out. I love how this recipe is perfect for beginners!
- Forgiving Ratios – The chocolate heavy base still sets even if proportions aren’t exact, allow easy swaps (different nut butters or extra mix-ins) without breaking the recipe.
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Ingredients You’ll Need:
- 1 (12 oz) bag White Chocolate Chips – Forms the sweet, creamy base of the bark and hardens when chilled to hold everything together.
- 1/4 cup Creamy Peanut Butter – Adds rich peanut flavor and smooth texture while helping the chocolate stay soft-melting instead of brittle.
- 1/2 cup Peanuts – Provides extra crunch and a salty, nutty contrast that compliments the sweetness of the chocolate.
- 3/4 cup Pretzels (Crushed) – Add salty crunch and texture, balancing the rich, creamy base and marking the bark more interesting to eat.
How to Make Peanut Butter Pretzel Bark
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
- Over low heat melt together 1 (12 oz) bag white chocolate chips and 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter, stirring frequently.
- Once smooth and melted, stir in 1/2 cup peanuts and 3/4 cup crushed pretzels.
- Pour mixture onto parchment paper and spread into an even, thin layer.
- Place in the refrigerator to harden. Once set, remove from refrigerator and break into bark pieces.
My Best Tips:
- Crush Pretzels Slightly, Not Fully – Break pretzels into bite-size pieces so you get crunch in every bite without turning them into crumbs.
- Work Quickly Once Everything is Melted – The chocolate and peanut butter begin to set fast. Add pretzels and spread the mixture right away for even distribution.
- Spread Bark Into Even Thickness – Aim for about 1/2″ thick so the bark sets evenly and is easy to break into pieces.
- Break Into Pieces, Don’t Cut – For that classic ‘bark’ look, I like to use my hands to snap it into rustic pieces instead of using a knife.
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Peanut Butter Pretzel Bark
Peanut Butter Pretzel Bark is an easy no‑bake treat made with white chocolate, creamy peanut butter, salty pretzels, and crunchy peanuts!
Ingredients
- 1 (12 oz) bag White Chocolate Chips
- 1/4 cup Creamy Peanut Butter
- 1/2 cup Peanuts
- 3/4 cup Crushed Pretzels
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
- Over low heat melt together bag of chocolate chips and peanut butter, stirring frequently.
- Once smooth and melted, stir in peanuts and crushed pretzels.
- Pour mixture onto parchment paper and spread into an even, thin layer.
- Place in the refrigerator to harden. Once set, remove from refrigerator and break into bark pieces.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
20Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 103Total Fat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 157mgCarbohydrates: 11gFiber: 1gSugar: 2gProtein: 3g
The nutrition facts were automated by the Nutritionix database. Because it's done by automation, it is best practice to double check for accuracy.
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