Description
These Quick No-Bake Salted Caramel Pretzel Bars are a perfect blend of salty and sweet, combining crunchy crushed pretzels, rich salted caramel, and optional melted chocolate for an irresistible treat. Ready in under an hour with no oven required, they make a fantastic dessert or snack for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Layer
- 2 cups pretzels, crushed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Toppings
- 1 cup salted caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 cup chocolate, melted (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the baking dish: Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper to ensure easy removal of the bars once set.
- Mix the base: In a mixing bowl, combine the crushed pretzels with the melted unsalted butter. Stir until the pretzels are evenly coated with the butter for a cohesive base.
- Press the base: Transfer the pretzel mixture to the prepared baking dish and press it firmly and evenly into the bottom to create a compact layer.
- Add the caramel: Generously drizzle the salted caramel sauce over the pressed pretzel layer, spreading it evenly to cover the entire surface.
- Optional chocolate drizzle: If desired, melt the chocolate and drizzle it over the caramel layer for an extra layer of indulgence and flavor contrast.
- Refrigerate to set: Place the assembled bars in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to allow the caramel to set firmly and the layers to bind together.
- Serve: Once set, remove the bars from the dish using the parchment paper edges, cut into squares, and enjoy your sweet and salty treat.
Notes
- For a homemade salted caramel sauce, simmer sugar, butter, and cream until thickened and golden brown.
- Use gluten-free pretzels to make this recipe gluten free.
- Store bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Double the recipe for a larger batch and use a bigger baking dish accordingly.
- Ideal as a quick dessert or party snack without any baking involved.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: no-bake dessert, salted caramel bars, pretzel bars, quick sweet treat, easy no bake recipe, caramel pretzel bars
