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No-Bake Salted Caramel Pretzel Bars

These No-Bake Salted Caramel Pretzel Bars combine salty pretzels with sweet caramel and a fluffy cream topping, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pretzel Crust
  • 2 cups pretzel crumbs (crushed pretzels)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
For the Caramel Layer
  • 1 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
For the Creamy Topping
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium bowl, combine pretzel crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Mix until everything is well combined.
  2. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of a greased 9×9-inch baking dish to form an even layer.
Layering
  1. Drizzle caramel sauce over the pretzel crust and spread it evenly with a spatula.
  2. Sprinkle sea salt on top of the caramel layer.
Creamy Topping
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
  2. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract while continuing to whip until stiff peaks form.
Assembly
  1. Spread the whipped cream mixture over the caramel layer in the baking dish.
  2. Smooth it out to ensure an even top layer.
Chilling
  1. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until the bars are firm and set.
Serving
  1. Once chilled, remove the dish from the refrigerator. Cut into squares and serve.

Notes

Serve chilled and feel free to garnish with additional caramel or a drizzle of chocolate for extra flair. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Avoid freezing.