No-Bake Salted Caramel Pretzel Bars
This recipe for No-Bake Salted Caramel Pretzel Bars combines a crunchy pretzel crust with a rich caramel layer and a creamy topping.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- 9x9 inch Baking Pan
Ingredients
For the Pretzel Crust
- 2 cups pretzel crumbs crushed pretzels
- ½ cup unsalted butter melted
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
For the Caramel Layer
- 1 cup caramel sauce store-bought or homemade
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
For the Creamy Topping
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine pretzel crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Mix well until combined.
- Press the pretzel mixture into the bottom of a 9x9 inch baking pan to form the crust.
- Spread caramel sauce evenly over the pretzel crust and sprinkle with sea salt.
- In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form. Spread over the caramel layer.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before cutting into bars.
Notes
For added flavor, you can drizzle extra caramel sauce on top before serving.