Craving a mind-blowing dessert that takes less time to make than scrolling through social media? Get ready to transform simple ingredients into a mouthwatering treat that will have everyone begging for your secret recipe! This Five Minute Peanut Butter Chocolate Pretzel Bark is the ultimate quick dessert that combines the irresistible crunch of pretzels, the creamy richness of peanut butter, and the decadent smoothness of chocolate - all topped with a sophisticated touch of sea salt that will make your taste buds dance with joy.
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 5 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups pretzel sticks
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon sea salt
Instructions
- Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper, ensuring complete coverage and slight overhang for easy removal later.
- Spread pretzel sticks evenly across the prepared baking sheet, creating a single uniform layer that covers the entire surface.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, warm the creamy peanut butter for 30-45 seconds until it becomes smooth and easily spreadable.
- Pour the warmed peanut butter over the pretzel layer, using a spatula to carefully and evenly distribute it, ensuring all pretzels are partially or fully coated.
- Melt chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl, heating in 15-second intervals and stirring between each interval to prevent burning, until completely smooth and glossy.
- Drizzle the melted chocolate over the peanut butter-covered pretzels, creating a marbled pattern by gently swirling with a knife or offset spatula.
- Sprinkle sea salt evenly across the surface to enhance the sweet and salty flavor profile.
- Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator for 2-3 minutes to quickly set the chocolate and create a crisp bark texture.
- Remove from refrigerator and break or cut into irregular pieces for a rustic, homemade appearance.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, separating layers with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
Tips
- • Use room temperature ingredients for smoother mixing and melting • Be patient when melting chocolate - low and slow prevents burning • For extra flavor, try using dark or milk chocolate instead of standard chocolate chips • Ensure pretzels are in a single, tight layer for maximum coverage • Use a spatula with a thin edge for smooth, even spreading • Chill the bark quickly to achieve that perfect crisp texture • Experiment with different salt types like Himalayan or smoked sea salt for unique flavor profiles • Store in a cool, dry place to maintain the bark's crisp texture • For a gourmet touch, drizzle with additional melted chocolate or sprinkle with chopped nuts
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 22g
Protein: 8g
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 0mg
