Description
Indulge in these Salted Caramel Pretzel Magic Bars, a delightful treat that perfectly balances sweet and salty flavors with a satisfying crunch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 1/4 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup caramel candy, chopped
- 1/2 cup chopped pretzels
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides.
- In a medium bowl, combine the melted butter, graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and salt. Press this mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to form the crust.
- Bake the crust for 8-10 minutes, until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly.
- Sprinkle the chopped caramel candy evenly over the warm crust.
- Next, scatter the chopped pretzels over the caramel layer.
- Finally, sprinkle the semi-sweet chocolate chips over the pretzels.
- Return the pan to the oven and bake for another 15-20 minutes, or until the caramel is melted and bubbly, and the chocolate chips are softened.
- Let the bars cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. This is important for them to set properly.
- Once cooled, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the bars out of the pan. Cut into squares and serve.
Notes
- For an extra caramel flavor, you can drizzle melted caramel over the top before serving.
- Ensure the bars are completely cooled before cutting for clean slices.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert Bars
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: Approximately 200-250 calories (this is an estimate and can vary)
- Sugar: Approximately 20-25g
- Sodium: Approximately 100-150mg
- Fat: Approximately 10-15g
- Saturated Fat: Approximately 5-7g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approximately 5-8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approximately 25-30g
- Fiber: Approximately 1-2g
- Protein: Approximately 2-3g
- Cholesterol: Approximately 10-15mg