Caramel Pretzel Crack Bars
These irresistible Caramel Pretzel Crack Bars combine sweet, salty, and crunchy in one addictive no-bake treat, perfect for potlucks, parties, or holiday gifting.
Equipment
- 9×13 Baking Pan
- Parchment paper
- Saucepan
- Offset Spatula or Spoon
- Knife
- Rolling Pin or Zip-Top Bag
Ingredients
For the Base
- saltine crackers enough to cover pan in single layer
- pretzels coarsely crushed
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Topping
- 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
- 1/3 cup toffee bits
- sea salt flakes
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 9×13 pan with parchment paper and spray lightly with nonstick spray.
- Arrange saltines in a single layer, salt side down, covering the bottom of the pan.
- Sprinkle crushed pretzels evenly over the crackers.
- In a saucepan, combine butter and brown sugar over medium heat. Bring to a boil and cook for exactly 3 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla.
- Immediately pour caramel over the cracker and pretzel base. Bake for 5–7 minutes, until bubbly.
- Remove from oven and sprinkle chocolate chips over hot caramel. Let sit 2–3 minutes, then spread evenly.
- Add white chocolate chips and swirl gently into the melted chocolate using a toothpick or knife.
- Sprinkle toffee bits and sea salt flakes over top while still warm.
- Chill in refrigerator at least 2 hours until firm. Lift from pan and cut into bars.
Notes
Chill fully before cutting for clean edges. Use graham crackers for a sweeter twist, or try festive toppings like crushed peppermint or nuts for holiday variations.