Quick No Bake Pretzel Bars
Satisfy your sweet and salty cravings with these Quick No Bake Pretzel Bars—a delightfully easy dessert that comes together in just 10 minutes of prep! Crunchy pretzel pieces are coated in a luscious marshmallow mixture, then topped with a decadent layer of chocolate and peanut butter. With no oven required, this hassle-free treat is perfect for a last-minute party dessert or an indulgent family snack. The combination of textures and flavors—crispy, creamy, salty, and sweet—makes these bars utterly irresistible. Plus, with simple pantry staples like pretzels, mini marshmallows, and chocolate chips, you'll have everything you need to whip them up in no time. Prepare to impress with these no-bake favorites that are perfect for any occasion!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups pretzels
- 0.5 cups butter
- 0.5 cups light brown sugar
- 4 cups mini marshmallows
- 1 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 0.25 cups peanut butter
Instructions
Line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal later.
Place the pretzels in a zip-top bag and gently crush them into small pieces using a rolling pin, but do not turn them into crumbs. Set aside.
In a large microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter and brown sugar in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring after each interval, until melted and combined.
Add the mini marshmallows to the butter and sugar mixture. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until the marshmallows are completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
Quickly stir in the crushed pretzels, ensuring they are evenly coated with the marshmallow mixture.
Press the pretzel mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly. Use the back of a spatula or your hands (lightly greased) to firmly press it down.
In another microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips and peanut butter. Microwave in 15-second intervals, stirring between each, until the mixture is completely melted and smooth.
Pour the melted chocolate and peanut butter mixture over the pretzel layer in the baking dish. Spread it out into an even layer with a spatula.
Refrigerate the bars for at least 1 hour, or until the chocolate is set.
Once chilled and set, lift the bars out of the baking dish using the parchment paper overhang. Cut them into 12 squares or smaller bars as desired. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3564 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 173.8 g | 223% | |
| Saturated Fat | 86.5 g | 432% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 12.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 263 mg | 88% | |
| Sodium | 2271 mg | 99% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 508.2 g | 185% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.6 g | 66% | |
| Total Sugars | 328.7 g | ||
| Protein | 38.5 g | 77% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 150 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 11.0 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 776 mg | 16% | |
*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.
