Best 2 Peanut Butter Pretzel Bark Recipes

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If you're looking for a sweet and salty treat, look no further than peanut butter pretzel bark. This delicious dessert is made with a base of melted chocolate, swirled with creamy peanut butter, and topped with crunchy pretzels. It's perfect for any occasion, from birthday parties to casual get-togethers. Plus, it's incredibly easy to make, so even novice bakers can whip it up.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

PRETZEL AND PEANUT BUTTER BARK



Pretzel and Peanut Butter Bark image

If you like chocolate, peanut butter, and pretzels, you can't go wrong with this bark; it has just the right amount of salty and sweet. This is my own creation, a modification of a mini-pretzel and peanut butter sandwich dipped in chocolate, created by my daughter. I hope you enjoy! This makes a great gift in holiday bags for Christmas and Easter.

Provided by luvchocolate

Categories     Desserts     Candy Recipes     Chocolate Candy Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 30

Number Of Ingredients 5

½ (12 ounce) package milk chocolate candy wafers, divided
½ (12 ounce) package dark chocolate candy wafers, divided
1 (12 ounce) bag square-shaped pretzels, divided, or as needed
½ (16 ounce) jar peanut butter, divided
½ cup roasted slivered almonds, or to taste

Steps:

  • Combine 1/4 of the milk chocolate wafers and 1/4 of the dark chocolate wafers in a microwave-safe glass or ceramic bowl. Melt chocolate in a microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each melting, until chocolate is completely melted and creamy, 1 to 3 minutes.
  • Crumble enough pretzels into melted chocolate until mixture is lumpy but not thick. Spread chocolate mixture into the bottom of a baking dish. Refrigerate or freeze until firm, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Place peanut butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Soften peanut butter in microwave until easily spreadable, 30 to 60 seconds. Spread peanut butter over hardened chocolate layer. Refrigerate or freeze until firm, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Combine remaining milk chocolate and dark chocolate wafers in the same microwave-safe bowl. Melt chocolate in a microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each melting, until chocolate is completely melted and creamy, 1 to 3 minutes.
  • Crumble enough pretzels into melted chocolate until mixture is lumpy but not thick. Spread chocolate mixture over peanut butter layer and top with almonds. Refrigerate or freeze until firm. Break bark into pieces.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 158.5 calories, Carbohydrate 16.9 g, Cholesterol 1.3 mg, Fat 9 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 4.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 230.6 mg, Sugar 3.6 g

PEANUT BUTTER PRETZEL BARK RECIPE - (3.8/5)



Peanut Butter Pretzel Bark Recipe - (3.8/5) image

Provided by Okcoja

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 cups milk or semi-sweet chocolate chips
2 cups white chocolate chips, divided use
1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
2 cups coarsely broken pretzel twists.

Steps:

  • 1.Spray an 8x8-inch pan with cooking spray. 2.Cover with waxed paper. 3.Spray the paper with cooking spray and set aside. 4.Set the oven to warm. 5.Melt the chocolate chips in an oven proof bowl in the microwave, stirring often until smooth and "drippy" 6.Place in the oven to keep warm. 7.Melt 1 cup of the white chocolate chips in the microwave, stirring often until smooth. 8.Place in the oven to keep warm. 9.Melt the ¼ cup peanut butter with the remaining cup of white chocolate, stirring to blend. 10.Place in the oven to keep warm. 11.Spread the chocolate mixture evenly over the waxed paper. 12.Sprinkle with 1½ cups of the pretzels. 13.Drizzle the white chocolate over the top. 14.Drizzle the peanut butter mixture over that and used a knife to swirl the mixtures together gently. 15.Sprinkle the remaining pretzels over the top and press lightly. 16.Chill until the chocolate has hardened. 17.Break in pieces to serve.

Tips:

  • Use fresh pretzels: Stale pretzels will not have the same snap and flavor as fresh pretzels.
  • Melt the chocolate slowly: This will prevent it from burning and seizing. You can melt the chocolate in a double boiler or in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between.
  • Add the peanut butter chips and chopped peanuts to the melted chocolate: Stir until well combined.
  • Pour the chocolate mixture over the pretzels: Use a spatula to spread the chocolate evenly.
  • Sprinkle with sea salt: This will add a nice salty flavor to the bark.
  • Refrigerate the bark for at least 2 hours: This will allow the chocolate to set and harden.
  • Break the bark into pieces: Use a sharp knife to break the bark into bite-sized pieces.
  • Enjoy!

Conclusion:

Peanut butter pretzel bark is a delicious and easy-to-make snack that is perfect for any occasion. It is made with just a few simple ingredients and can be customized to your liking. With its sweet and salty flavor, peanut butter pretzel bark is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it!

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