Chocolate Caramel Peanut Butter Pretzel Bars

Here’s a Chocolate Caramel Peanut Butter Pretzel Bars recipe that’s rich, salty-sweet, and easy to make—no baking required!

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🍫 Chocolate Caramel Peanut Butter Pretzel Bars

🧂 Ingredients

Base:

• 2 cups crushed pretzels (about 4 cups whole pretzels)

• 1 cup creamy peanut butter

• ½ cup unsalted butter, melted

• ¼ cup brown sugar

• ½ tsp vanilla extract

Caramel Layer:

• 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk

• ½ cup light brown sugar

• 4 tbsp unsalted butter

• 2 tbsp light corn syrup

• ¼ tsp salt

Chocolate Topping:

• 1½ cups semisweet or milk chocolate chips

• 2 tbsp peanut butter

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🥣 Instructions

Step 1: Make the Pretzel Base

1. Line an 8×8 or 9×9 inch baking pan with parchment paper.

2. In a bowl, mix crushed pretzels, melted butter, peanut butter, brown sugar, and vanilla until well combined.

3. Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan.

4. Place in the fridge while you prepare the caramel.

Step 2: Make the Caramel Layer

1. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine sweetened condensed milk, brown sugar, butter, corn syrup, and salt.

2. Stir constantly for 10–15 minutes, until thick and golden (like a soft caramel).

3. Pour the caramel over the pretzel base and spread evenly.

4. Chill for 30 minutes or until set.

Step 3: Add the Chocolate Topping

1. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips and peanut butter together in 30-second intervals, stirring between each until smooth.

2. Pour the chocolate over the caramel layer and spread evenly.

3. Optional: Sprinkle some crushed pretzels or sea salt on top for extra texture.

Step 4: Chill & Serve

1. Chill for at least 1 hour or until firm.

2. Cut into bars and enjoy!

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🔁 Storage

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 2 months.