This easy caramel chocolate pretzel bark is made with just a few ingredients and takes only minutes to make. The sweet-and-salty dessert combines dark chocolate, crunchy pretzels, and salted caramel chips for a treat everyone will love.
If you love sweet & salty treats, you should check out this Reese's peanut butter bark and this sweet and salty trail mix.
The post for this salted caramel pretzel bark was initially published in November 2012. The post was updated and republished in December 2025.
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Making homemade treats like buckeye pretzels and pretzel bark is a favorite holiday activity of mine. This layered caramel pretzel bark is especially delicious, so I recommend giving it away quickly.
Every time I walked by it in the kitchen, I couldn't resist grabbing pieces. It's one of my favorite last-minute holiday desserts to make when time is tight, but I still want to bring something homemade.
I love sharing these salty treats with friends and neighbors. They make an easy dessert for holiday parties, cookie exchanges, or edible food gifts. I love them because they are simple, festive, and always disappear quickly during Christmas.
Why You'll Love Chocolate Pretzel Bark
- Quick and easy to make. This chocolate pretzel bark comes together in about 10 minutes. It's perfect for busy days when you still want something homemade.
- No bake and little effort. No oven needed; just melt, spread, and chill for a stress-free dessert.
- Perfect for sharing. This bark is great for holiday parties or a relaxed movie night. No matter where you take it, it will get devoured.
Main Ingredients
These simple ingredients create one of the best chocolate bark recipes with minimal effort. Scroll down to the printable recipe card for the full ingredient amounts and instructions.
- Dark Chocolate: Use high-quality chocolate for the best-tasting results. I recommend Ghirardelli chocolate wafers because they melt smoothly and taste great.
- Salted Pretzels: For this bark recipe, I used waffle pretzels. You can also use regular or mini pretzels or sticks.
- Caramel Baking Chips: These chips are similar to butterscotch chips but have a caramel flavor. I have found them at Trader Joe's and various grocery stores over the years. If you can't find them in stores, try Amazon. The Kraft caramel bits are NOT the same thing.
- Toppings: Sprinkles and coarse sea salt add a colorful and salty texture to the sweet bark.
BruCrew Tip: Use the remaining caramel chips to make a batch of these salted caramel chocolate chip cookies.
How To Make Caramel Chocolate Pretzel Bark
In just a few easy steps, you can have a pan of sweet-and-salty bark chilling in your fridge.
- Melt the chocolate wafers until smooth, then spread them into an even layer on a lined baking sheet. Press the pretzels gently into the melted chocolate.
- Place the salted caramel baking chips and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl and heat for 30 seconds. Stir and heat again until smooth, then spread the warm mixture evenly over the top of the pretzels with an offset spatula.
- Drizzle more melted chocolate over the top, then add sprinkles and a little sea salt, if desired.
- Place the pan in the refrigerator for five minutes to let the bark set, then cut the bark into pieces.
Storage Recommendations
Store the chocolate caramel pretzel bark in an airtight container to keep it fresh and crunchy. Avoid placing the container in warm areas, as the chocolate can soften and melt.
You can keep the bark at room temperature for 5 days if your kitchen stays cooler. For longer storage, refrigerate it for up to 2 weeks.
BruCrew Tips
- Line the pan with foil or parchment paper. This keeps the bark from sticking and makes it easy to lift out of the pan after it sets.
- Work while the chocolate is warm. Press the pretzels into the chocolate right after spreading it so they stick well.
- Melt the caramel chips gently. Too much heat can cause the salted caramel chips to scorch or seize. Add coconut oil to the bowl of chips, then heat them at 50% power in short bursts, stirring often.
- Add toppings right away. Sprinkles or flaky sea salt should be added before the caramel chips harden so they stick.
- Chill just until set. Refrigerate the bark just until firm to avoid condensation from forming on the chocolate.
- Cut instead of breaking. Once the bark sets, cut it with a long sharp knife for the best look.
More Sweet and Salty Treats
- Salted Caramel Oreo Bark
- Cookie Dough Pretzel Bites
- Salted Caramel Brownie Bites
- Caramel Peanut Butter Pretzel Fudge
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Recipe
Caramel Chocolate Pretzel Bark
Dark chocolate and salted caramel chips make this Caramel Chocolate Pretzel Bark a fun and easy treat to make in minutes. Perfect for parties or giving away!
Ingredients
- 1 - 10 ounce bag of dark chocolate melting wafers
- 1 bag pretzels, twists or waffles
- 1 cup salted caramel chips
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- coarse ground sea salt
- sprinkles
Instructions
- Line a 10x15 pan with foil or parchment paper.
- Place 1 cup of chocolate melts in a microwave-safe bowl and melt according to package directions.
- Spread the chocolate on the bottom of the pan in a rectangle about 8x13 inches.
- Press pretzels side by side into the chocolate before it sets up.
- Place the salted caramel chips and one tablespoon of coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat for 30 seconds and stir. Heat for an additional 20-30 seconds. Add the extra tablespoon of oil and stir until melted and creamy. Pour onto the pretzels and spread it out using an angled spatula.
- Melt the remaining chocolate wafers, then spoon them into a plastic baggie. Cut one tip off and drizzle it over the bark. Top with sea salt and sprinkles immediately. Refrigerate for a few minutes to set up.
- Use a large knife to cut the bark into chunks. Store in a tightly sealed container or bag.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 8 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 132Total Fat: 5gSaturated Fat: 4gUnsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 150mgCarbohydrates: 23gFiber: 0gSugar: 20gProtein: 1g
Nutrition facts are an estimate and are not guaranteed to be accurate. If you need special diet advice, please see a registered dietician.
kim says
I have gotten alot of things this christmas season from pick your plum.
I love this recipe and will have to try it out.
Raquel says
Can I just say I love salted caramel anything? So tasty! Oh and Pick your Plum is the best...would love their bags and tags!
Jocelyn says
I agree...salted caramel anything is the best:-)
MaryB says
Washi tape and cute cupcake liners or treat bags, maybe twine. LOVE PYP!
Christine says
Would love some bags, tags and twine for holiday treats! This pretzel bark looks fantastic! Can't wait to make it!
Mandy's Recipe Box says
I love it all! Clothing stuff would be fun or some baking cuteness like the twine.
Becca @ Crumbs and Chaos says
I would love to see some straws and I'd love to try out the twine!! This bark looks awesome!
Hayley @ The Domestic Rebel says
OMG! Words cannot describe how bad I want this pretzel bark!!
Jocelyn says
You SO need to have this bark...there are no words for it:-)
Erika says
Must try today! Off to target for caramel kisses!
Jocelyn says
Yay! I hope you love it as much as we did!!!
JeNae Clegg says
This sounds really yummy right now....and it's only 8:40 in the morning 🙂
JeNae Clegg says
oh...and if I won the PYP box, it would be cool to see all the fun baking supplies 🙂
Summer says
You had me at Salted Carmel than you added the chocolate pretzel bark and I was in heaven omg! I can't wait to try it! I make peppermint bark that I love and I love love Starbucks Salted Carmel Hot Chocolate so I am for sure to love this!
What an amazing giveaway! I have never heard of Pick Your Plum but I have saw items from other bloggers I bet came from there. Those bags are gorgeous, those straws adorable, all there stuff is so so cute! I tried to follow you on Pinterest I think I did lol!
I am so tickled about this giveaway thank you so much for the chance at winning it!
Oh and thanks for the heads up on the stickers! I am doing a craft for our K's kindergarten class for Christmas pressies for the parents and I am stoked to know where to get those stickers, I was gonna ask than saw you just told it thanks so much!
Summer
Jocelyn says
You are going to love this bark and Pick Your Plum. My fingers are crossed for you!!! And Walmart had quite a few different holiday stickers for $1.
Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust says
I love pretzel bark! And that you used those kisses, yummy!!!! And pick your plum is the devil (hee hee). For my wallet, anyway!
Jocelyn says
I need to hide my wallet from the emails...I have bought way too much lately:-)
Carol ( Answer Is Chocolate) says
YUM and love PYP. Would love to see baker's twine, paper straws, bezels, OK pretty much anything!
Bailey @ Bailey Bakes says
Yay for baking experiments that work out! Happy times 🙂 And this bark looks delish!!
Jocelyn says
I was so excited when I figured out that it turned out ok...and then I ate most of it! Best experiment in a while:-)
Joan@Chocolateandmore says
Jocelyn, I love this bark! Chocolate, caramel and Pretzels, oh yes, and so much easier than dipping pretzels! I'd love to see twine and the paper straws in my box!
Jocelyn says
Oh my word, so much easier than dipping all the pretzels. I am all about the easy factor this year:-)
valerie says
I'd love to find decorative washi tape!
Lynda says
WOWZA...this looks sooooooooo good!!!! I am planning to make and give Christmas Crack Candy this year....was a huge hit last Christmas!!!!
Lynda says
Btw, I would love to see any type of holiday decor stuff in the PYP box!!! Thanks so much for the giveaway!!!
Erin | The Law Student's Wife says
I am such a sucker for ANYTHING salty sweet, be it rustic or Gourmet magazine model worthy. Plus, candy bark of all sorts is a must for Christmas time.
Jocelyn says
I agree...bark of all kinds must be made at this time of year!
KT Miller says
YUMMY! Love your site
Jocelyn says
Awe thank you so much...totally makes me so happy to hear:-)
The Witch's Kitchen says
Wow! does that look Yummy!!
Aimee @ ShugarySweets says
You take the absolute cutest pictures! Seriously. Come over and do my photography please!
I would love more tags, washi tape and bags!!!
Jocelyn says
Girl you are the bestest blog friend EVER!!! And you take some seriously cute pics so I don't think you really need my help...but I'll come over so we can drink coffee and eat sweets:-)