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No-Bake Salted Caramel Christmas Pretzel Bars topped with caramel and sea salt

No-Bake Salted Caramel Christmas Pretzel Bars

These festive No-Bake Salted Caramel Christmas Pretzel Bars combine sweet and salty flavors, making them a perfect treat for holiday gatherings. Easy to prepare and no baking required!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 16 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 2 cups pretzel sticks
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
Filling Ingredients
  • 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Topping Ingredients
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips Melted for topping
  • 1/2 cup caramel sauce Drizzled on top
  • Sea salt, for sprinkling To taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Prepare an 8x8-inch square baking dish by lining it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine pretzel sticks and melted butter. Stir until evenly coated.
  3. Add brown sugar and mix thoroughly.
  4. Press the pretzel mixture into the bottom of the baking dish to create a base.
Layering
  1. In another bowl, mix sweetened condensed milk and vanilla until combined.
  2. Pour the mixture over the pretzel base and spread evenly.
  3. Melt chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring until smooth.
  4. Pour melted chocolate over the condensed milk layer and spread evenly.
  5. Drizzle caramel sauce over the chocolate and swirl for a marbled effect.
  6. Sprinkle sea salt on top.
Chilling
  1. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours until set.
  2. Remove using parchment overhang, cut into squares, and serve. Enjoy!

Notes

Store your pretzel bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. For longer storage, freeze them and separate layers with parchment paper to prevent sticking. You can add chopped nuts or mini marshmallows for extra texture and flavor.