Caramel Pecan Pretzel Bites
Caramel Pecan Pretzel Bites offer an irresistible blend of sweet and salty flavors, featuring crunchy mini pretzels topped with gooey caramel, toasted pecans, and a sprinkle of sea salt. Perfect for parties or cozy movie nights, these delectable treats are not just easy to make but also visually stunning. With every bite, you’ll experience a delightful crunch followed by a wave of sweetness that will leave you craving more.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 20 bites 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups mini pretzels
- 1 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- ½ cup chopped pecans (toasted)
- ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ½ tsp sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, heat the caramel sauce in 30-second intervals until smooth.
- Arrange the mini pretzels on the prepared baking sheet and drizzle melted caramel over each one.
- Top with chopped pecans and sprinkle chocolate chips over the warm caramel.
- Bake for about 10 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly.
- Allow to cool slightly before sprinkling sea salt on top, then let cool completely before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite (15g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 3.5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize by using different nuts like almonds or walnuts. For added sweetness, substitute chocolate chips with white chocolate or dark chocolate. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days; reheat briefly in the microwave.