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 Peanut Butter Pretzel Bars, complete with history, layers of detail, and a bit of love for the treat and its fans.

Chocolate Caramel Peanut Butter Pretzel Bars

Introduction

When salty meets sweet and crunchy collides with

creamy, magic happens. Chocolate Caramel Peanut Butter Pretzel Bars are a decadent layered dessert that balances bold flavors and textures in every bite. These bars are a love letter to dessert lovers who can’t choose between a candy bar, a peanut butter cup, or a chocolate-dipped pretzel—and honestly, why should you?

Perfect for potlucks, movie nights, or indulgent self-care snacks, these no-bake bars come together in layers that firm up beautifully in the fridge but melt blissfully on your tongue.

A Bit of Sweet History

The inspiration behind these bars is the classic American snack combo of pretzels and chocolate. Pretzels, with their German roots, found their way into American kitchens in the 19th century, and chocolate-dipped pretzels soon followed. Add to that the rich legacy of peanut butter, beloved since the early 1900s for its protein-packed punch, and the luxurious pull of caramel candies that date back centuries—and you’ve got a trifecta of timeless comfort food. These bars are modern fusion at its most delicious.
Ingredients

Crust Layer

• 2 cups mini pretzels, crushed (not pulverized; you want small chunks)
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter

Peanut Butter Filling

• 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter (yes, more!)
• 1 1/4 cups powdered sugar

Caramel Layer

• 1 cup soft caramel candies, unwrapped (about 30 pieces)
• 2 tbsp heavy cream

Chocolate Topping

• 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1 tbsp creamy peanut butter (for swirling or softening the chocolate layer)

Method & Assembly

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