No Bake Salted Caramel Pretzel Bites Recipe
These No Bake Salted Caramel Pretzel Bites are a delightful combination of salty and sweet flavors. Mini pretzels sandwich soft caramel candies, then dipped in melted chocolate and finished with a sprinkle of coarse sea salt for the perfect bite-sized treat. Quick to prepare with no baking required, they’re ideal for parties, holiday snacks, or anytime a sweet and salty craving hits.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 20 pretzel bites 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Pretzels and Caramel
- 40 mini pretzels
- 20 soft caramel candies (e.g., Kraft or Werther’s)
Chocolate Coating
- 8 oz chocolate melting wafers (dark, milk, or semi-sweet)
- 1/4 cup milk chocolate chips (optional, for drizzle)
Finishing Touches
- Coarse sea salt, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat to prevent sticking and aid cleanup.
- Assemble Pretzel Bases: Arrange 20 mini pretzels in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them evenly.
- Soften Caramels: Microwave the soft caramel candies for about 10 seconds to soften them slightly, making them easier to flatten and adhere.
- Build Pretzel Sandwiches: Place one softened caramel candy on each pretzel and flatten gently. Then top each with another pretzel, pressing lightly to form a sandwich.
- Chill to Set: Place the assembled pretzel sandwiches in the freezer for 10 minutes to firm up the caramel and help them hold their shape.
- Melt Chocolate Wafers: Heat the chocolate melting wafers in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until completely smooth and melted.
- Dip Pretzel Bites: Dip each pretzel sandwich partially or fully into the melted chocolate, ensuring an even coat where desired.
- Optional Chocolate Drizzle: Melt the milk chocolate chips separately and drizzle them over the chocolate-dipped bites for extra visual appeal and flavor contrast.
- Add Sea Salt: Sprinkle coarse sea salt over the bites immediately after dipping, while the chocolate is still soft to allow it to adhere nicely.
- Set Chocolate: Return the dipped pretzel bites to the fridge or freezer until the chocolate hardens completely, ensuring a crisp, smooth finish.
- Serve or Store: Serve the treats right away, or keep them fresh by storing in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
Notes
- Be sure to use soft caramel candies for easier melting and a chewy texture.
- Chocolate melting wafers melt smoothly and harden well, but regular chocolate chips can be used if you temper them properly.
- Freezing the assembled pretzel sandwiches before dipping helps maintain shape and makes dipping easier.
- Adjust the amount of sea salt to balance the sweetness to your preference.
- Store treats in a cool place or refrigerator to prevent chocolate melting.
Keywords: no bake, salted caramel, pretzel bites, chocolate dipped, sweet and salty snack, easy dessert
