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Salty Sweet Pretzel Christmas Crack


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  • Author: recipesforcook
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delightful and addictive combination of salty pretzels, rich caramel, and smooth chocolate, perfect for holiday gatherings and gifting.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups pretzels
  • 1 cup butter
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 2 cups chocolate chips
  • M&Ms (optional for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Arrange the pretzels on the baking sheet in a single layer.
  4. In a saucepan, melt the butter and brown sugar over medium heat, stirring constantly until it reaches a boil.
  5. Once boiling, pour the caramel mixture over the pretzels.
  6. Bake for about 10 minutes.
  7. Remove from the oven and sprinkle chocolate chips on top, then spread the melted chocolate into an even layer.
  8. If desired, sprinkle M&Ms over the chocolate layer.
  9. Allow the mixture to cool completely before breaking it into pieces.

Notes

For a lighter texture, use pretzel thins. Let it cool completely before breaking for best results.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg