If you love the irresistible combo of sweet and salty, this Salted Caramel Pretzel Bark is about to become your new favorite treat! Made with layers of crunchy pretzels, smooth milk chocolate, and rich, buttery caramel, it’s the perfect balance of flavors and textures in every bite!
The Best Salted Caramel Pretzel Recipe!
I know I am not alone when it comes to having people in my life that require extra patience and understanding. I try really hard never to burn a bridge, but man sometimes it takes everything in me not to tie explosives to it!
My Grandma always says to find something good about the people that irritate you. I try to go back to that advice when I encounter conflict with someone. I take a deep breath and start thinking about the things I like about them to keep my attitude positive. I don’t want you under the illusion that I handle conflict perfectly, because I don’t. I am a work in progress! I just find the older I get, the more I appreciate peace.
Even if you find the most ridiculous thing you like about them, for example “I like their hair,” it steers your mind in the right direction. If you start with things like, “I hate them,” then you are going to spiral down to a bad attitude and it sets those dominos in motion to lasting conflict instead of resolution. Thinking positive thoughts, even if you have to fake it until you make it, is so much healthier. And it sets a good example for the person on the other end of your conflict!
The ‘salted’ part of this recipes comes from the salted pretzels. But, if you’d like you can sprinkle a little sea salt on top of the drizzled chocolate before it hardens!
Cheers to this Salted Caramel Pretzel Bark helping with our mental health!
Why this Recipe Works:
- Perfect Sweet Salty Balance – The pretzels, caramel, and milk chocolate creates a classic contrast. The balance keeps it from tasting overly sugary.
- Creamy, Spreadable Caramel – The caramels and heavy cream melt into a smooth, pourable sauce.
- Layered Texture Contrast – I love how there are multiple textures in every bite!
Ingredients You’ll Need:
- 1 (12 oz) bag Milk Chocolate Chips – Melted and spread over the pretzels to form a smooth, sweet chocolate coating.
- 8 oz Pretzels (Half of 16 oz Bag) – Creates the crunchy, salty foundation that balances the sweetness.
- 1 (11 oz) bag Kraft Caramels (Unwrapped) – The main component – melts into a rich, chewy topping.
- 2 tbsp Heavy Cream – Mixed with the caramels to make the sauce smoother and easier to pour.
How to Make Salted Caramel Pretzel Bark
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
- Melt 1 (12 oz) bag milk chocolate chips in the microwave in 30 second intervals, stirring between each interval until melted and smooth.
- Spread 2/3 of the melted chocolate on the parchment paper lined pan.
- Lay 8 oz pretzels on top of the melted chocolate in an even layer. Gently press them into the chocolate.
- Melt 1 (11 oz) bag unwrapped Kraft caramels in the microwave with 2 tbsp heavy cream for 2 minutes then drizzle evenly over the pretzels.
- Drizzle remaining melted chocolate all over the top.
- Chill until set and firm.
My Best Tips:
- Salt Source – I think this recipe has just the right amount of salt from the pretzels, but you can sprinkle some sea salt on top as a final salty touch if you’d like!
- Build a Strong Base – Make sure to line your pan with parchment paper so the bark lifts out easily.
- Chill for Clean Breaks – Let sit at room temperature until firm.
- Customize Toppings – You can add toppings like chopped nuts, toffee bits, or a white chocolate drizzle if you’d like.
More Sweet Pretzel Snacks:
- Peanut Butter Pretzel Bark
- Pretzel Toffee Bark
- Caramel Pretzels
- The Best Butter Toffee Pretzels
- Chocolate Caramel Pretzel Bites
- Rolo Pretzel Turtles
Salted Caramel Pretzel Bark
Easy Salted Caramel Pretzel Bark made with chocolate, crunchy pretzels, and gooey caramel! The perfect sweet and salty dessert for holidays or gifting!
Ingredients
- 1 (12 oz) bag Milk Chocolate Chips
- 8 oz Pretzels (Half of 16 oz Bag)
- 1 (11 oz) bag Kraft Caramels, Unwrapped
- 2 tbsp Heavy Cream
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
- Melt the chocolate chips in the microwave in 30 second intervals, stirring between each interval until melted and smooth.
- Spread 2/3 of the melted chocolate on the parchment paper lined pan.
- Lay pretzels on top of the melted chocolate in an even layer. Gently press them into the chocolate.
- Melt unwrapped caramels in the microwave with heavy cream for 2 minutes then drizzle evenly over the pretzels.
- Drizzle remaining melted chocolate all over the top.
- Chill until set and firm.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
18Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 108Total Fat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 4mgSodium: 162mgCarbohydrates: 16gFiber: 1gSugar: 6gProtein: 2g
The nutrition facts were automated by the Nutritionix database. Because it's done by automation, it is best practice to double check for accuracy.
How to store and how long will it keep
You can just store in a sealed container. It will keep for quite a while!