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Dark Chocolate Pretzel Toffee Bark

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A quick and easy homemade treat combining crunchy pretzels, buttery toffee, and rich dark chocolate, finished with a sprinkle of sea salt flakes for the perfect sweet and salty balance.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (227 g) unsalted butter
  • 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) light corn syrup
  • 12 oz (340 g) dark chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate (60% cocoa or higher)
  • 2 cups (60 g) mini pretzels
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt flakes
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda

Instructions

  1. Line a 9×13-inch baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Measure out the pretzels and have them ready.
  2. In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine butter, sugar, and light corn syrup. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, for about 10-12 minutes until the mixture thickens and turns a golden amber color (hard crack stage, ~300°F/150°C).
  3. Remove from heat and quickly stir in vanilla extract and baking soda. The mixture will bubble and lighten in color.
  4. Pour the hot toffee onto the prepared baking sheet and spread evenly with a spatula. Immediately scatter the mini pretzels over the toffee, pressing lightly to secure.
  5. Allow the toffee to cool for 5-7 minutes until warm but not hard. Melt the dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water or in 30-second microwave bursts, stirring until smooth.
  6. Pour the melted chocolate evenly over the toffee and pretzels, smoothing with an offset spatula or spoon.
  7. Sprinkle sea salt flakes evenly over the chocolate while still warm.
  8. Let the bark cool at room temperature for about 1 hour or refrigerate for 20-30 minutes until fully set.
  9. Lift the bark using the parchment paper and break into irregular pieces. Store in an airtight container at room temperature or refrigerated.

Notes

Use a candy thermometer to ensure toffee reaches hard crack stage (~300°F/150°C). If toffee hardens before spreading, gently warm it again. Press pretzels lightly into toffee to keep layers together. Store bark airtight to maintain crispness. Can substitute vegan butter and gluten-free pretzels for dietary needs.

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Keywords: dark chocolate, pretzel, toffee, bark, sea salt flakes, easy dessert, homemade treat, sweet and salty

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