Description
These Caramel Apple Pretzel Bites combine the perfect balance of sweet and salty flavors with a delightful crunch. Soft caramel squares are melted atop pretzels, then topped with crisp, tart apple pieces and sandwiched with another pretzel. A drizzle of white chocolate and a sprinkle of cinnamon and crushed pretzels or nuts add a beautiful finishing touch, making these bite-sized treats ideal for parties or an indulgent snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Base and Filling
- 50 small pretzels
- 25 soft caramels, unwrapped
- 1/2 cup finely diced apple pieces (firm, tart variety)
Topping
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips or candy melts
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
- 1/4 cup crushed pretzels or nuts (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup.
- Arrange Pretzels and Caramels: Place half of the pretzels spaced evenly on the prepared baking sheet. Top each pretzel with one unwrapped soft caramel.
- Bake Caramels: Bake the pretzels with caramel in the preheated oven for 4-5 minutes until the caramels become soft and slightly melty but not fully liquefied.
- Add Apple Pieces and Form Sandwiches: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and quickly press a small piece of the finely diced apple onto each softened caramel. Top each with another pretzel to create a sandwich bite.
- Melt White Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the white chocolate chips or candy melts by microwaving in 20-30 second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth.
- Drizzle and Garnish: Drizzle the melted white chocolate over the pretzel bites. If desired, sprinkle cinnamon and garnish with crushed pretzels or nuts to add extra flavor and texture.
- Cool and Set: Allow the pretzel bites to cool at room temperature, letting the white chocolate harden and the treat set before serving.
Notes
- Use tart apples like Granny Smith to balance the sweetness of the caramel and white chocolate.
- You can substitute white chocolate chips with candy melts or any melting chocolate of your preference.
- For a nuttier flavor, try garnishing with crushed pecans or walnuts instead of pretzels.
- These bites keep best if stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
- Adjust the cinnamon amount or omit it completely based on taste preference or dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
