Sweet, salty, and absolutely irresistible — chocolate pretzel bark is the ultimate treat for any occasion!
This easy-to-make dessert combines the crunch of salty pretzels with the smooth, rich taste of chocolate for a snack that’s as simple as it is delicious.
Perfect for holiday gifting or party platters, this tasty treat is a crowd-pleaser that’s guaranteed to disappear in minutes.
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How to Make Chocolate Pretzel Bark
Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
The first step is to melt the chocolate and then make the caramel. Then spread your pretzels out on the pan and top with the chocolate and caramel.
Sprinkle M&M’s and chopped peanuts over the chocolate for a colorful, crunchy topping.
Allow the bark to set in the fridge before breaking it into pieces. Use a sharp knife for straight cuts or snap for a rustic look.
Store in an airtight container to keep it fresh for longer.
Yes, you can use dark or milk chocolate or white chocolate chips for unique flavor.
It stays fresh for about a week at room temperature or longer in the fridge.
Absolutely! The bark is delicious with or without it.
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Chocolate Pretzel Bark Recipe
Looking for a fun, sweet & salty snack? This Chocolate Pretzel Bark is the answer!
Ingredients
- 2 cups Semi-Sweet Chocolate
- 1 ½ cups Mini Salted Pretzels
- ½ C M&M’s
- ½ C Peanuts, chopped
- 1 cup Sugar
- ½ cup Butter
- ½ cup Heavy Cream
- ¼-1/2 teaspoon Sea Salt
Instructions
- Begin with a parchment lined baking sheet and place your pretzels in an even layer.
- Melt the semi-sweet chocolate.
- Place the chocolate in a microwave safe bowl and cook in 30-second increments, stirring well after each increment, until completely melted and smooth.
- Pour the melted chocolate over the pretzels, place M&M’s and peanuts in an even layer on top of the chocolate.
- In a medium saucepan, heat sugar over medium heat, stirring constantly. The sugar will begin to form clumps and will turn into a light amber color.
- Continue stirring as the sugar can easily burn.
- Once the sugar is completely melted, add the butter. The butter will bubble so be careful when adding the butter.
- Stir the butter into the sugar until it is completely melted. Use a whisk to stir the sugar and butter.
- Drizzle the heavy cream into the mixture and stir.
- Let it boil for 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in sea salt, allowing the caramel to set up.
- Once the caramel is done, pour over the pretzels. You may not use all of the caramel.
- Cover and place in the refrigerator to chill for several hours. If you want to speed up the process, it can be placed in the freezer.
- Cut into squares and serve.
Notes
Store your bark in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks at room temperature. Alternatively, you can freeze the bark in an airtight container for up to 3 months. When you are ready to serve, allow your bark to thaw at room temperature for about an hour beforehand.