Description
Sweet, salty, and crunchy! These caramel apple pretzel bites combine soft caramel, tart apple, and a crunchy pretzel in every bite, making them the ultimate fall treat perfect for snacking or dessert.
Ingredients
Pretzel Bites
- 24 mini pretzels
- 12 soft caramels, unwrapped
- 1 small apple, finely diced
Chocolate Topping
- ½ cup melted chocolate (milk or dark)
- Sea salt, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and simplify cleanup.
- Arrange Pretzels and Caramel: Place 12 mini pretzels evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet, then top each pretzel with one soft caramel piece.
- Soften Caramel: Warm the tray in the preheated oven for 3 to 4 minutes just until the caramel softens but does not fully melt, allowing it to become pliable for assembly.
- Add Apples and Top Pretzels: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and press a few finely diced apple pieces into the softened caramel on each pretzel. Then, top each with another pretzel, pressing gently to form a sandwich bite.
- Dip in Chocolate: Using melted chocolate (milk or dark), dip half of each pretzel bite into the chocolate coating, then place them on parchment paper again and sprinkle lightly with sea salt for contrast and flavor enhancement.
- Chill to Set: Place the assembled bites in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes until the chocolate hardens and the bites are firm and ready to enjoy.
Notes
- Best served the same day to maintain freshness and crunchy texture.
- You can substitute caramel squares with melted caramel bits for easier preparation if preferred.
- Ensure apple pieces are finely diced to fit well within the pretzel bites without overwhelming the caramel.
- Use sea salt sparingly as it enhances the flavors without overpowering the sweetness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 minutes
- Category: Snack, Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
