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No-Bake Salted Caramel Pretzel Bars

No-Bake Salted Caramel Pretzel Bars

This recipe combines a crunchy pretzel crust, a rich caramel layer, and a creamy topping for a delicious treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 9 bars
Calories 250 kcal

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. Press the mixture into the bottom of a greased 9x9 inch baking pan.
  • Spread the caramel sauce evenly over the pretzel crust and sprinkle with sea salt.
  • In another bowl, whip heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form. Spread over the caramel layer.
  • Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before cutting into bars.

Notes

Store bars in the refrigerator. They can be enjoyed cold or at room temperature.
Keyword caramel bars, no-bake dessert, pretzel bars