Outrageous Pretzel Bars Recipe

Name: Outrageous Pretzel Bars
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: One 14-ounce can sweetened condensed milk; 4 cups semisweet chocolate chips (24 ounces); 1 tablespoon plus 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract; 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 2 sticks unsalted butter, softened, plus 3 tablespoons melted butter; 3/4 cup dark brown sugar; 3/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon granulated sugar; 2 large eggs; 2 cups coarsely chopped large hard pretzels

Servings: persons

One 14-ounce can sweetened condensed milk
4 cups semisweet chocolate chips (24 ounces)
1 tablespoon plus 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 sticks unsalted butter, softened, plus 3 tablespoons melted butter
3/4 cup dark brown sugar
3/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
2 large eggs
2 cups coarsely chopped large hard pretzels

1
Preheat the oven to 350.
2
Line a 9-by-13-inch baking pan with parchment paper or foil, allowing 2 inches of overhang on the 2 long sides.
3
In a medium saucepan, combine the condensed milk with 2 cups of the chocolate chips and stir over moderately low heat until the chocolate is melted.
4
Remove from the heat.
5
Whisk in 1 1/2 teaspoons of the vanilla and let cool completely.
6
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda and salt.
7
In a large bowl, using a handheld mixer, beat the 2 sticks of butter with the brown sugar and the 3/4 cup of granulated sugar at medium speed until fluffy, about 1 minute.
8
Beat in the eggs and the remaining 2 teaspoons of vanilla.
9
At low speed, beat in the flour mixture until just incorporated.
10
Stir in the remaining 2 cups of chocolate chips.
11
Press the cookie dough in the prepared pan in an even layer.
12
In a bowl, toss the pretzels with the melted butter and the remaining 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar.
13
Spread the melted chocolate mixture over the cookie dough and sprinkle evenly with the pretzels.
14
Bake for about 45 minutes, until set and the pretzel topping is golden brown.
15
Transfer the pan to a rack and let the bars cool completely.
16
Run the tip of a knife around the side of the pan and lift the bar out using the parchment paper.
17
Cut into 24 bars, discard the parchment paper and serve.

1963

kcal

Calories

104

Fat

233

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: One 14-ounce can sweetened condensed milk, 4 cups semisweet chocolate chips (24 ounces), 1 tablespoon plus 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract, 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, and more.

Yes, Outrageous Pretzel Bars falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Outrageous Pretzel Bars

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