Irresistible Salted Caramel Pretzel Bark Recipe

Ingredients

Pretzel Base

• 12 ounces pretzel twists or rods
• 1 tablespoon melted butter

Salted Caramel Sauce

• ½ cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
• 1 cup packed dark brown sugar
• ½ cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• ¼ teaspoon flaky sea salt, plus extra for sprinkling

Optional Toppings

• 2 tablespoons toasted chopped almonds
• ¼ cup dark chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

Making the Salted Caramel

1. Melt the Butter. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt ½ cup unsalted butter. Once it foams, add the 1 cup dark brown sugar and stir continuously for 2‑3 minutes until the mixture bubbles and the sugar dissolves.
2. Incorporate the Cream. Reduce the heat to low, then slowly whisk in ½ cup heavy cream. The mixture will steam and rise—this is normal. Continue whisking until the sauce is smooth and glossy, about 2 minutes.
3. Flavor the Caramel. Remove the pan from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and ¼ teaspoon flaky sea salt. The caramel will thicken slightly as it cools, achieving a perfect pourable consistency.