Description
Delight in these irresistible No-Bake Salted Caramel Pretzel Bites, combining crunchy mini pretzels, smooth melted caramel, and rich chocolate, all topped with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt for the perfect sweet and salty snack. Ready in just 25 minutes with no baking required, these treats make a great party appetizer or satisfying dessert bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 40 mini pretzels
- 20 soft caramel candies
- 1 teaspoon flaky sea salt
Chocolate Coating
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips or melting wafers
- 1 tablespoon heavy cream or coconut oil (optional, for smoothing chocolate)
Instructions
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and arrange half of the mini pretzels evenly spaced on the tray to prepare for caramel topping.
- Melt Caramel: Unwrap the caramel candies and place them in a microwave-safe bowl. Add a splash of heavy cream. Microwave in short bursts, stirring frequently, until the caramel is smooth and melted.
- Apply Caramel: Use a teaspoon to spoon melted caramel onto each pretzel on the tray. Allow the caramel to sit for 5 minutes to slightly firm up for easier sandwiching.
- Assemble Sandwiches: Top each caramel-coated pretzel with a second pretzel to make a sandwich. Gently press down to secure the layers together without squeezing out the caramel.
- Melt Chocolate: Melt the chocolate chips using a microwave-safe bowl or a double boiler. Add coconut oil or heavy cream if needed to achieve a smooth, dippable consistency.
- Dip Pretzel Bites: Dip each pretzel sandwich into the melted chocolate, covering fully or halfway per preference. Place the dipped sandwiches back onto the parchment-lined tray.
- Add Sea Salt: Immediately sprinkle flaky sea salt over the chocolate-coated pretzels before the chocolate sets to enhance the sweet and salty flavor.
- Refrigerate to Set: Place the tray in the refrigerator and chill for 15 minutes or until the chocolate hardens firmly, then serve or store.
Notes
- Use soft caramel candies for easy melting and smooth texture.
- Heavy cream or coconut oil helps make the caramel and chocolate smoother and easier to dip.
- Ensure the chocolate is not too hot to avoid melting the pretzels or caramel too much.
- Store finished pretzel bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- For a vegan option, choose coconut oil and dairy-free chocolates and caramels.
