Craving something sweet, salty, and incredibly easy? If you’re anything like me, you’re going to fall head over heels for these No-Bake Salted Caramel Pretzel Bars! They’re the perfect treat to whip up when you need a little indulgence without turning on the oven. Trust me, these disappear fast! Who’s ready to make some magic? 
Here’s how to make them:
**No-Bake Salted Caramel Pretzel Bars**
**Ingredients:**
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2 cups pretzel sticks, crushed (about 2 cups whole)
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* 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
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* 1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks), melted
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* 1 cup packed light brown sugar
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* 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
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* 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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* 1/2 teaspoon coarse sea salt, plus extra for sprinkling
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* 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips (or milk chocolate, if you prefer!)
**Instructions:**
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**Prepare the Crust:** In a medium bowl, combine the crushed pretzel sticks and graham cracker crumbs. Pour in 1/2 cup of the melted butter and mix well until everything is evenly moistened. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking pan lined with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy lifting. Pop it in the fridge to chill while you make the caramel.
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2. **Make the Caramel:** In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the remaining 1/2 cup melted butter, brown sugar, and sweetened condensed milk. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring constantly, and cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the caramel has thickened slightly and turned a rich golden brown. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and 1/2 teaspoon of coarse sea salt.
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3. **Assemble the Bars:** Pour the warm caramel mixture evenly over the chilled pretzel crust in the pan. Gently spread it out to cover the entire surface.
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4. **Add the Chocolate Topping:** Sprinkle the chocolate chips evenly over the warm caramel. Let it sit for a few minutes to allow the chocolate to soften, then gently spread it with an offset spatula or the back of a spoon to create a smooth layer.
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5. **Chill and Serve:** Sprinkle a little extra coarse sea salt over the chocolate topping, if desired. Place the pan back in the refrigerator for at least 2-3 hours, or until thoroughly chilled and firm. Once firm, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the bars out of the pan. Cut into squares or rectangles and enjoy!
These are perfect for parties, a sweet treat after dinner, or just because! Don’t forget to tell me how yours turn out in the comments!
