1can14 oz sweetened condensed milk (not evaporated)
1teaspoonvanilla
1bag7.2 oz original pretzel crisps
TOPPING
2cupssemisweet chocolate chipsabout 12 oz
1teaspooncoarsekosher or sea salt
Instructies
Heat oven to 350°F.
Spray 13x9-inch pan with cooking spray.
In large bowl, mix crust ingredients until crumbly.
Press in bottom of pan.
Bake 12 to 15 minutes or until light golden brown.
Cool 15 minutes.
Meanwhile, in 2-quart saucepan, heat brown sugar, 1 cup butter, the corn syrup and condensed milk to boiling over medium heat, stirring frequently.
Boil 5 minutes, stirring constantly.
Remove from heat.
Stir in vanilla.
Arrange one layer of pretzels over crust.
Pour half of the caramel mixture over pretzels.
Immediately arrange another layer of pretzels over caramel layer.
Pour remaining caramel over pretzels.
Coarsely crush remaining pretzels.
In small microwavable bowl, microwave chocolate chips uncovered on High 1 to 2 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds, until chips are softened and can be stirred smooth.
Pour and evenly spread melted chocolate over caramel layer.
Sprinkle with crushed pretzels and salt.
Refrigerate about 1 hour or until set.
Cut into 8 rows by 6 rows.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Make-Ahead Magic
Bars can be made up to 3 days before serving. Cover and store at room temperature.
Kitchen Secrets
Because these bars are ultra rich and are cut small, one pan can serve many purposes. Add them to a cookie tray, bring a plate to a neighborhood party or tuck a few into the family’s lunch boxes for a special treat.