Description
These Quick No-Bake Salted Caramel Pretzel Bars are the perfect sweet and salty treat that requires no oven time. Combining crunchy crushed pretzels, rich melted butter, smooth salted caramel sauce, and an optional chocolate drizzle, these bars set quickly in the fridge for an easy and delicious dessert or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Layer
- 2 cups Pretzels, crushed
- 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter, melted
Middle Layer
- 1 cup Salted Caramel Sauce (store-bought or homemade)
Topping (Optional)
- 1/2 cup Chocolate, melted
Instructions
- Prepare the Dish: Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper to ensure easy removal of the bars once set.
- Mix Pretzel Base: In a mixing bowl, combine the crushed pretzels with the melted unsalted butter, stirring until the pretzels are evenly coated with butter.
- Form Base Layer: Press the pretzel and butter mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form the base crust.
- Add Caramel Layer: Drizzle the salted caramel sauce evenly over the pressed pretzel base, spreading gently if needed to cover the surface.
- Add Chocolate Drizzle (Optional): If using, melt the chocolate and drizzle it in a decorative pattern over the caramel layer.
- Chill to Set: Place the assembled bars in the refrigerator and chill for at least 1 hour until the layers are firm and set.
- Serve: Once set, remove the bars from the baking dish using the parchment paper and cut into squares to serve.
Notes
- You can substitute store-bought salted caramel sauce with homemade for a richer flavor.
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free pretzels.
- The chocolate drizzle is optional but adds a beautiful and delicious finishing touch.
- Store the bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- For easier cutting, dip the knife in hot water before slicing the bars.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: no bake, salted caramel, pretzel bars, quick dessert, sweet and salty, easy recipe
