Brutzel Bars
Indulge in the perfect balance of sweet, salty, and crunchy with these irresistible Brutzel Bars! Featuring a buttery shortbread crust studded with mini pretzels, this dessert takes things to the next level with a rich caramel layer, a drizzle of melted chocolate, and a sprinkle of flaky sea salt. The ideal treat for snack lovers, these bars offer a delightful interplay of textures—soft caramels meet crisp pretzels in every bite. Ready in under an hour and perfect for sharing, Brutzel Bars are the ultimate crowd-pleasing dessert to satisfy your sweet and salty cravings. Whether you're hosting a party or looking for an easy make-ahead treat, this pretzel-packed recipe is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups mini pretzels
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 20 pieces soft caramels
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt flakes
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x9-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang on the sides for easy removal.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar until fluffy and well combined, about 2-3 minutes.
Mix in the vanilla extract, followed by the flour. Stir until a crumbly dough forms.
Gently fold in 1 cup of the mini pretzels, breaking them slightly as you mix.
Press the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan. Use the back of a spatula or your hands to flatten it into an even layer.
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until lightly golden. Remove it from the oven and allow to cool slightly.
While the crust cools, prepare the caramel topping. In a small saucepan, melt the soft caramels and heavy cream over medium-low heat, stirring frequently until smooth.
Pour the melted caramel over the baked crust, spreading it evenly with a spatula. Scatter the chocolate chips on top, allowing them to melt slightly into the caramel.
Break the remaining 0.5 cup of pretzels into pieces and sprinkle them on top of the melted chocolate layer. Press gently to adhere.
Finish by sprinkling sea salt flakes evenly over the top.
Refrigerate the pan for at least 1 hour to allow the bars to set completely.
Once set, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the bars out of the pan. Slice into 12 squares or rectangles and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5232 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 190.9 g | 245% | |
| Saturated Fat | 106.9 g | 535% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 288 mg | 96% | |
| Sodium | 4650 mg | 202% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 878.0 g | 319% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.3 g | 98% | |
| Total Sugars | 496.7 g | ||
| Protein | 51.6 g | 103% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 380 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 27.9 mg | 155% | |
| Potassium | 1770 mg | 38% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
