Easy 5-Ingredient Caramel Pretzel Chocolate Bars
These easy 5-ingredient caramel pretzel chocolate bars are the ultimate no-bake dessert sweet, salty, crunchy, and gooey all in one bite. With just five simple ingredients and no oven required, these bars are the perfect quick treat for parties, potlucks, or everyday snacking.
Ingredients
- Mini pretzels
- Soft caramel candies
- Sweetened condensed milk
- Semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Butter
Instructions
- Line an 8x8 inch pan with parchment paper and spread a layer of mini pretzels evenly across the bottom.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt caramel candies with butter and sweetened condensed milk, stirring until smooth and combined.
- Pour the caramel mixture over the pretzels, spreading it evenly.
- Melt the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl or over a double boiler until smooth.
- Pour the melted chocolate over the caramel layer and smooth it out with a spatula.
- Refrigerate for 1–2 hours until set.
- Once firm, lift the bars out using the parchment paper and slice into squares.
Notes
- Use thick, high-quality caramel sauce if substituting for melted candies.
- Let bars sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before slicing to prevent the chocolate from cracking.
- For extra crunch or flair, add chopped nuts, toffee bits, or holiday sprinkles on top before the chocolate sets.
- Bars can be frozen for up to 1 month.
- No need to reheat just let sit at room temp briefly before serving.