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Salted Caramel Pretzel Magic Bars: 1 Slice Bliss

Salted Caramel Pretzel Magic Bars
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These Salted Caramel Pretzel Magic Bars are a delightful blend of sweet and salty. They feature a buttery shortbread crust, a gooey caramel layer, and a crunchy pretzel topping, all baked to perfection. It’s a treat that will satisfy your cravings for something sweet and salty.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups (about 9 oz) caramel bits or chopped caramels
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 1/2 cups crushed pretzels
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the melted butter, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir in the flour until just combined. The mixture will be crumbly.
  3. Press the crumb mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to form the crust.
  4. Bake the crust for 15 minutes, until lightly golden.
  5. While the crust is baking, prepare the caramel topping. In a small saucepan, combine the caramel bits and heavy cream. Heat over low heat, stirring constantly, until the caramels are completely melted and smooth.
  6. Pour the melted caramel evenly over the hot crust.
  7. Sprinkle the crushed pretzels evenly over the caramel layer. If using, sprinkle the chopped nuts over the pretzels.
  8. Bake for an additional 18-20 minutes, or until the caramel is bubbly and the pretzels are lightly toasted.
  9. Let the bars cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. This is important for the caramel to set.
  10. Once cooled, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the bars out of the pan. Cut into squares.

Notes

  • Ensure the caramel is fully melted and smooth before pouring over the crust.
  • Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting for clean slices.
  • For an extra touch of salt, sprinkle a little flaky sea salt over the top before serving.

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