Salted Caramel Pretzel Brownies
Salted Caramel Pretzel Brownies are a delightful fusion of rich chocolate and crunchy pretzels, generously topped with decadent salted caramel. Each bite delivers an enticing balance of sweet and salty flavors, making them the perfect treat for any occasion—be it cozy nights in or festive gatherings. Easy to make and utterly addictive, these brownies will surely become a new favorite among family and friends.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup salted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup crunchy pretzels, roughly crushed
- ½ cup salted caramel sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a square baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine melted salted butter and granulated sugar until blended. Add eggs one at a time, whisking until smooth. Stir in cocoa powder and flour until there are no dry streaks.
- Gently fold in the crushed pretzels.
- Pour the batter into the prepared dish, spreading evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out mostly clean.
- Once slightly cooled, drizzle generously with salted caramel sauce.
- Allow to cool completely before slicing into squares and serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: - For added variety, substitute crushed cookies for pretzels or sprinkle sea salt over the caramel topping. - Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days.