Dark Chocolate Pretzel Bark Recipe
This dark chocolate pretzel bark recipe is a delicious treat that is super easy to create and makes the perfect sweet and salty snack.
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This tasty dessert only requires a few simple ingredients and is super easy to create. Rich dark chocolate and pretzel pieces are combined to make a caramel pretzel bark that’s perfect for this time of year.
Be sure to check out some of our other bark recipes like this Dark Chocolate Bark, Keto Chocolate Bark or S’mores Chocolate Bark. I like to make and save these kinds of dessert recipes for the holiday season.
What is chocolate bark?
Chocolate bark is primarily made of chocolate chips or chocolate wafers that are topped with a mixture of candy, nuts or sprinkles. It’s most commonly made by melting the chocolate in the microwave and lasts up to three months in the pantry.
This caramel pretzel chocolate bark is absolutely yummy with the combination of pretzels, chocolate, caramel and sea salt ! Perfect sweet treats for road trips, movie nights, parties & events or girls nights too.
How to make dark chocolate pretzel bark:
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Ingredients:
- 12 oz Wilton Dark Chocolate Candy Melts
- 12-20 Mini Pretzels
- 1/4 cup soft caramels
- 1 Tbsp milk or cream
- 1 tsp coarse sea salt
Tip: coconut oil may be used to smooth out the chocolate wafers and help the chocolate pour better. Add 1/8 tsp to the chocolate mixture at a time.
Directions:
- Place chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl. Melt in 15 to 30 second intervals, checking and stirring each time so that the chocolate doesn’t burn.
2. In a small bowl, heat the caramel and cream for 15 seconds. Stir to combine until smooth.
3. Spread the melted chocolate out onto a parchment paper lined cookie sheet using a rubber spatula. The chocolate mixture should be about 1/4″ thick.
4. Press the pretzels into the chocolate layer. Tip: be sure to press firmly so that the pretzels really stick into the chocolate.
5. Drizzle the caramel over the dark chocolate.
6. Sprinkle the sea salt all over the chocolate.
7. Place the chocolate in the fridge and allow it to harden completely before breaking into smaller pieces.
Also try adding: milk chocolate, salty pretzels, white chocolate, bittersweet chocolate, crushed candy canes, peanut butter, semi-sweet chocolate, potato chips, white chocolate chips or toffee bits.
Tips for making chocolate bark:
- Use candy melts for best results, the wafer chocolate melts the best. Add one teaspoon of coconut oil to other chocolate to help it melt and pour better.
- Pour chocolate onto a parchment lined prepared baking sheet for easy moving and transporting before the chocolate has hardened.
- Place the chocolate in the fridge or freezer to completely cool before breaking into pieces.
- Be sure to use a sharp knife or dry hands when breaking the bark otherwise the colour from the candy tends to rub off if there is any moisture present.
- Store the chocolate bark in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three months. It can also be stored in the fridge to prevent the bark from melting.
This simple recipe is super easy to make with the end result being a delicious dark chocolate pretzel bark better than anything that you would find in the grocery store. These sweet & salty treats make a perfect holiday treat!
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Some of my kitchen essentials:
- I love using this non-stick bakeware for all of my baking.
- These silicone mitts are perfect for grasping hot pans and baking dishes.
- This Henckel Knife is my favorite for slicing and dicing in the kitchen.
- These parchment paper bags are perfect for packaging and these large Rubbermaid food storage containers are great for storing baking in the freezer.
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Dark Chocolate Pretzel Bark Recipe
Ingredients
- 12 oz Wilton dark chocolate candy melts
- 12-20 Mini Pretzels
- 1/4 cup soft caramels
- 1 Tbsp milk or cream
- 1 tsp coarse sea salt
Instructions
- 1. Melt the dark chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl. Melt in 15 to 30 second intervals, checking and stirring each time so that the chocolate doesn’t burn.
- 2. In a small bowl, heat the caramel and cream for 15 seconds. Stir to combine until smooth.
- 3. Spread the melted chocolate out onto a parchment paper lined cookie sheet. The chocolate mixture should be about 1/4″ thick.
- 4. Press the pretzels into the sheet of chocolate. Tip: be sure to press firmly so that the pretzels really stick into the chocolate.
- 5. Drizzle the caramel over the dark chocolate.
- 6. Sprinkle the sea salt all over the chocolate.
- 7. Place the chocolate in the fridge and allow it to harden completely before breaking into smaller pieces.
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