Description
Caramel Apple Bark is the quintessential fall dessert that beautifully marries the creamy richness of milk chocolate with the sweetness of caramel, the delightful crunch of pretzels, and the refreshing taste of fresh apples. This easy-to-make treat is perfect for cozy evenings, festive gatherings, or as a seasonal snack to share with family and friends. Its unique blend of flavors and textures will undoubtedly impress your guests, making it a must-try recipe for autumn celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz milk chocolate chips
- 1 green apple, diced
- 35 individually wrapped caramels (or 13.5 oz caramel dip)
- 16 oz pretzels
Instructions
- Melt 1¾ cups of chocolate chips in the microwave, stirring every 15 seconds until smooth.
- Pour melted chocolate onto parchment paper, spreading it into a rectangular shape.
- Layer pretzels over the melted chocolate until completely covered.
- Dice the green apple and pat dry to remove excess moisture.
- Unwrap caramels and melt in a microwave-safe bowl in 15-second intervals, stirring until fully melted. Mix in diced apple.
- Spread the caramel-apple mixture evenly over the pretzel layer.
- Chill in the fridge for about 30 minutes until set.
- Melt remaining chocolate chips and drizzle over set bark.
- Return to fridge for one hour before cutting into bite-sized pieces.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: <5mg
Keywords: Use high-quality chocolate for better flavor. Make sure to dry the diced apple well to prevent a runny caramel layer. Experiment with toppings like nuts or dried fruits for added texture.