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Caramel Apple Pretzel Bark Recipe

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  • Author: Amanda
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Caramel Apple Bark with Pretzels is a delightful sweet and salty treat featuring layers of melted semi-sweet chocolate, crunchy pretzel sticks, fresh green apple chunks, and rich caramel sauce, all sprinkled with sea salt flakes. Perfect for a quick dessert or snack, it’s easy to prepare and offers a satisfying combination of flavors and textures.

Ingredients

Scale

Chocolate Layer

  • 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 2 Tablespoons coconut oil

Base Layer

  • 2 cups long pretzel sticks

Fruit and Topping

  • 2 green apples peeled, cored, and chopped into chunks
  • 1/2 cup caramel sauce
  • Sea salt flakes for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Baking Dish Line a baking dish with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make clean-up easier.
  2. Melt Chocolate and Coconut Oil In a microwave-safe bowl or using a double boiler, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips and coconut oil. Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring after each, until fully melted and smooth.
  3. Spread First Chocolate Layer Pour half of the melted chocolate mixture evenly into the bottom of the lined baking dish, spreading into an even layer with a spatula.
  4. Add Pretzel Sticks While the chocolate is still soft, gently press the pretzel sticks evenly into the chocolate layer to create a crunchy base.
  5. Add Apple Chunks Sprinkle the chopped green apples evenly over the pretzel sticks for fresh flavor and texture.
  6. Drizzle Caramel Sauce Pour the caramel sauce evenly over the apples and pretzels, adding a rich sweetness.
  7. Top with Remaining Chocolate Drizzle the remaining melted chocolate mixture over the caramel layer to seal the bark.
  8. Sprinkle Sea Salt Garnish the entire surface with sea salt flakes for a delicious sweet and salty contrast.
  9. Set the Bark Allow the bark to cool at room temperature until set, about 2-3 hours, or place it in the refrigerator for faster setting, around 30-45 minutes.
  10. Serve or Store Once set, break the bark into bite-sized pieces. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the fridge for 1-2 days.

Notes

  • For quicker setting, refrigerate the bark for 30-45 minutes instead of waiting at room temperature.
  • You can substitute pretzel sticks with pretzel twists or broken pretzel pieces for easier layering.
  • Use salted caramel sauce for an extra boost of saltiness if desired.
  • Ensure apples are dry before adding to prevent sogginess in the bark.
  • Store the bark in an airtight container to maintain freshness and prevent the chocolate from absorbing fridge odors.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 piece
  • Calories: 220 kcal
  • Sugar: 18 g
  • Sodium: 150 mg
  • Fat: 12 g
  • Saturated Fat: 7 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 28 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 2 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg

Find it online: https://platehaven.com/caramel-apple-pretzel-bark-recipe/