Caramel Chocolate Crunch Bars
These triple-layered bars combine a salty pretzel crust, a chewy homemade caramel, and a smooth chocolate topping with flaky sea salt. The result is a sophisticated confection that balances sweet, savory, and crunchy.
Prep time: 30 minutes
Chill time: 1 hour
Total time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Yield: 16 bars (9×9-inch pan)
Ingredients
For the pretzel crust:
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2 cups finely crushed pretzels (about 12 oz)
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½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
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¼ cup granulated sugar
For the caramel layer:
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1 cup light brown sugar, packed
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½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
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¼ cup heavy cream, room temperature
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½ tsp vanilla extract
For the chocolate topping:
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1½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
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Flaky sea salt (e.g., Maldon), for sprinkling
Optional:
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½ cup white chocolate chips (for drizzling)
Instructions
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