Salted Caramel Apple Pretzel Bark Recipe
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 12 oz white chocolate chips or vanilla candy melts
- 2 cups mini pretzels, lightly crushed
- 1 cup dried apple rings, chopped into small pieces
- 1/4 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 teaspoon flaky sea salt
- Optional: 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips for extra drizzle
Instructions
- Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. This ensures that the bark will not stick and makes it easy to remove once it has fully set in the refrigerator.
- Place the white chocolate chips or vanilla candy melts in a medium microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring thoroughly between each session, until the chocolate is completely smooth and melted. Be careful not to overheat it, as white chocolate can burn easily.
- Pour the melted chocolate onto the prepared baking sheet. Use an offset spatula or the back of a large spoon to spread it into an even layer, approximately 1/4 inch thick. You don’t need to fill the entire pan; a rustic, rectangular shape works perfectly.
- While the chocolate is still wet and melted, immediately sprinkle the crushed pretzels and chopped dried apples evenly over the top. Gently press the pieces into the chocolate with your fingertips to ensure they are securely anchored.
- If your caramel sauce is thick, warm it in the microwave for about 10 seconds until it is pourable. Use a spoon or a small piping bag to drizzle the caramel in a zigzag pattern across the entire surface of the bark. If you are using the optional dark chocolate, melt and drizzle it now as well.
- Immediately sprinkle the flaky sea salt over the wet caramel and chocolate. Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator for at least 45 to 60 minutes, or until the bark is completely firm and cold.
- Once the bark is set, lift the parchment paper off the baking sheet. Use your hands to break the bark into irregular, bite-sized pieces. Alternatively, you can use a sharp knife to cut more uniform squares.