Description
These No-Bake Salted Caramel Pretzel Bites combine crunchy mini pretzels with rich, gooey caramel and smooth chocolate, finished with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt. Perfect for a quick, indulgent treat that requires no baking and is easy to prepare.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 50 mini pretzels
- 30 soft caramels
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1 cup chocolate chips or melting wafers
- 1 tablespoon flaky sea salt
Instructions
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment or wax paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easy.
- Melt Caramel: Unwrap the caramels and melt them in a saucepan over low-medium heat with the heavy cream, stirring continuously until you achieve a smooth, creamy caramel sauce.
- Assemble Base Layer: Arrange half of the mini pretzels on the prepared baking sheet as the bottom layer for the bites.
- Add Caramel: Spoon the melted caramel evenly over the pretzels laid out on the baking sheet.
- Top with Pretzels: Place the remaining pretzels on top of the caramel to create pretzel-car caramel sandwiches.
- Set Caramel: Let the assembled sandwiches set at room temperature for 10–15 minutes or refrigerate briefly to help the caramel firm up.
- Melt Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips or melting wafers in 30-second intervals, stirring between each until the chocolate is smooth and fully melted.
- Dip Pretzel Bites: Dip each pretzel sandwich halfway or entirely into the melted chocolate, then return them to the lined baking sheet.
- Add Sea Salt: Immediately sprinkle flaky sea salt on top of the chocolate-coated pretzels before the chocolate hardens, enhancing the flavor with a delicate salty crunch.
- Final Setting: Let the chocolate set completely at room temperature or place the tray in the refrigerator for faster setting.
- Storage: Once fully set, store the salted caramel pretzel bites in an airtight container to maintain freshness and prevent moisture.
Notes
- Use soft caramels for easier melting and creamier caramel.
- Be careful not to overheat the caramel to avoid burning.
- Adjust the amount of flaky sea salt according to your taste preference.
- If chocolate seizes while melting, add a teaspoon of vegetable oil to smooth it out.
- Store in a cool, dry place to keep the chocolate from melting.
- These bites are perfect for parties or as a quick homemade gift.
