Description
A delicious blend of sweet, salty, crunchy, and creamy, these Caramel Pretzel Bars are perfect for parties and make a great weekday treat.
Ingredients
- 4 cups pretzels
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/4 cup light corn syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 12 oz semisweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Crush the pretzels, leaving some larger pieces for crunch, and mix with brown sugar and melted butter.
- Press the mixture into a parchment-lined 9×13-inch pan and bake for 8-10 minutes to set.
- In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, simmer the 1 cup butter, brown sugar, and corn syrup. Bring to a boil and cook to soft-ball stage (235-240°F) for about 3-5 minutes.
- Stir in the vanilla and pour the hot caramel over the baked crust. Return to the oven for 5 minutes.
- Sprinkle the chocolate chips on top, let them melt for 2-3 minutes, then spread into an even layer.
- Chill the pan for at least 1 hour before cutting into bars.
Notes
Use a candy thermometer for accurate caramel consistency. Let chocolate chips melt from residual heat for a smooth finish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American