Description
Irresistible chocolate toffee pretzel crack delivers a symphony of sweet and salty sensations that dance across taste buds. Crunchy layers of buttery toffee, rich chocolate, and salty pretzels create an addictive treat you cannot resist.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 cups mini pretzels (or substitute saltine crackers)
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 2.14 cups semisweet chocolate chips (or chopped semisweet chocolate)
Seasonings and Salts:
- 14 teaspoons salt
- 1 tablespoon flaky sea salt (optional)
Additional Ingredients:
- Nonstick cooking oil spray
- 1 teaspoon vegetable oil or coconut oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F. Cover a sheet pan with parchment or foil, lightly spraying with nonstick oil. Create a single layer of pretzels across the pan, allowing small gaps between them.
- In a heavy-bottom saucepan, combine butter and brown sugar over medium-low heat. Stir occasionally until smooth, then increase heat to medium-high and bring to a boil. Allow mixture to bubble for exactly 3 minutes without excessive stirring.
- Gently pour hot toffee over pretzels, using a spatula to distribute evenly. The mixture will naturally spread during baking. Place pan in oven and bake for 5 minutes until toffee bubbles and darkens slightly.
- Simultaneously, melt chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl. Use 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until completely smooth. Incorporate oil to enhance chocolate’s silky consistency.
- Remove toffee from oven and immediately drizzle melted chocolate across the surface. Spread chocolate uniformly with a spatula. Optional: Sprinkle flaky sea salt for enhanced flavor. Allow to cool at room temperature for 30 minutes.
- Transfer pan to refrigerator and let set completely. Once firm, remove from pan and break into irregular pieces. The rustic appearance is part of its charm.
Notes
- Precision matters when boiling toffee, so use a timer to ensure exactly 3 minutes for perfect caramelization without burning.
- Protect your workspace by using parchment paper, which makes cleanup easy and prevents sticking.
- For dietary modifications, swap regular pretzels with gluten-free alternatives and use dairy-free chocolate to accommodate different nutritional needs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 16 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg