Indulge in the ultimate sweet and salty treat with these caramel pretzel brownies. The rich and fudgy brownie base is topped with a layer of gooey caramel and studded with crunchy pretzels, creating a perfect combination of flavors and textures. These brownies are perfect for any occasion, whether you're hosting a party or simply treating yourself to a decadent dessert. Get ready to enjoy pure bliss with every bite of these irresistible caramel pretzel brownies.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup caramel sauce
- 1 cup pretzels, crushed
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter. Add the granulated sugar and stir until well combined.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the butter mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly with a spatula.
- Drizzle the caramel sauce over the brownie batter, creating a swirl pattern. Use a knife or a toothpick to gently swirl the caramel into the batter.
- Sprinkle the crushed pretzels evenly over the top of the brownie batter, pressing them slightly into the batter.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Remove the pan from the oven and allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
- Once cooled, lift the brownies out of the pan using the parchment paper as handles. Cut into squares and serve.
Interesting Facts
Caramel pretzel brownies are a popular treat in the United States, especially during football season.
The combination of sweet caramel, rich chocolate, and salty pretzels is a crowd-pleaser.
You can enhance the flavor by adding a sprinkle of sea salt on top of the caramel pretzel brownies before baking.