Description
Indulge in these delicious No-Bake Salted Caramel Pretzel Bars that blend sweet and salty in a crunchy, layered dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups pretzel crumbs (crushed pretzels)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Pretzel Crust: In a medium bowl, combine the pretzel crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Mix until everything is well incorporated. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a greased 9×9-inch baking dish to form a solid base.
- Layer the Caramel: Drizzle the caramel sauce over the pretzel crust. Use a spatula to spread it out evenly. Sprinkle the sea salt generously on top of the caramel layer to enhance that sweet-salty combo.
- Make the Creamy Topping: In a large mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream until you reach soft peaks. Gradually add in the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, continuing to whip until stiff peaks form. This will add a lovely fluffy texture!
- Assemble the Bars: Carefully spread the whipped cream mixture over the caramel layer in the baking dish, smoothing it out for an even finish.
- Chill: Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 120 minutes. This step is crucial for the bars to firm up and hold their shape.
- Slice and Serve: Once chilled, remove the bars from the refrigerator. Cut into squares, and serve this delightful treat to family and friends!
Notes
These bars can be topped with extra caramel or served with vanilla ice cream for an elevated experience. Store leftovers tightly covered in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg