Go Back
A delectable arrangement of salted caramel pretzel bark.

Salted Caramel Pretzel Bark Delight

This easy-to-make bark combines crunchy pretzels, gooey caramel, and rich chocolate, all finished with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt for an irresistible treat.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 squares
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pretzel Layer
  • 10-12 ounces small pretzel twists or sticks 1 bag
Caramel Layer
  • 11 ounces soft caramel candies 1 package
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream or milk
Chocolate Layer
  • 10-12 ounces chocolate chips (milk, semi-sweet, or dark) 1 bag
  • flaky sea salt for sprinkling

Equipment

  • large baking sheet
  • parchment paper or silicone baking mat
  • microwave-safe bowl (2)
  • spatula
  • offset spatula or spoon
  • sharp knife (optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat for easy removal.
  2. Spread pretzels in a single, even layer on the prepared baking sheet, filling gaps without too much overlapping.
Caramel Layer
  1. Melt unwrapped caramel candies with butter and heavy cream in a microwave, stirring every 30 seconds until smooth (2-3 minutes total).
  2. Pour melted caramel evenly over the pretzels and gently spread to the edges.
  3. Chill the baking sheet in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes, allowing the caramel to set and become non-sticky.
Chocolate Layer
  1. Melt chocolate chips in a microwave or double boiler, stirring every 30 seconds until smooth.
  2. Pour melted chocolate over the set caramel layer and spread it evenly.
  3. Immediately sprinkle flaky sea salt generously over the melted chocolate.
Finishing Touches
  1. Return the baking sheet to the refrigerator for 30-60 minutes until the chocolate is completely set and firm.
  2. Once chilled, lift the bark by the parchment paper and break it into irregular pieces by hand or with a knife.

Notes

Ensure caramel is fully melted and smooth before pouring. For best results, use good quality chocolate chips. Do not skip the chilling steps, as they are crucial for the bark to set properly and prevent layers from mixing prematurely.