Caramel Apple Bark
This Caramel Apple Bark is an easy no-bake Fall treat and made with fresh apples, buttery caramel, crunchy pretzels, and rich chocolate.
Servings: 16
Ingredients
- 12 ounces Milk Chocolate (or semi-sweet)
- 1 Tablespoon Oil
- 1 1/4 cups Mini Pretzels (whole or broken)
- 1 X-large Granny Smith Apple (or 2 small)
- 2/3 cup Thick Caramel
- 1 teaspoon Fresh Lemon Juice (to keep apples from browning)
Optional:
- 1/2 cup Heath Bar Toffee Bits
- Sea Salt Flakes
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat. Place the 12 oz milk chocolate chips and oil in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 20–30 second bursts, stirring between each, until smooth and fully melted. (Alternatively, melt using a double boiler.)
- Pour the melted chocolate onto the prepared baking sheet and spread it into a rectangle about ¼-inch thick. Immediately scatter the crushed pretzels evenly over the warm chocolate, gently pressing them in.
- Dice the apples into small bite-sized pieces. Toss with lemon juice to prevent browning. Pat them very dry with paper towels — moisture is the enemy of chocolate bark.
- Evenly sprinkle the diced apples over the chocolate and pretzels. Drizzle the caramel sauce over the top — aim for thin streams so it sets nicely. If using, sprinkle Heath bits for extra crunch. Finish with a light sprinkle of flaky sea salt if you like that sweet-salty contrast.
- Transfer the tray to the fridge for about 2-3 hours, or until the chocolate and caramel are firm. Once set, lift the parchment and break the bark into pieces with your hands or cut with a sharp knife.
- Store in the refrigerator.
Notes
How long does chocolate caramel apple bark last?
It’s best enjoyed within 24–48 hours. Store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator to keep the apples crisp.
Chocolate: Milk chocolate keeps it sweet, but dark chocolate adds richness. White chocolate works as well. If you use white chocolate, I suggest sprinkling the top with cinnamon sugar.
Apples: Granny Smith is classic, but Honeycrisp or Pink Lady also hold up well. Avoid very soft apples.
Pretzels: Use your favorite shaped pretzels. You can also use half pretzels and half chocolate covered pretzels.
Toppings: Swap Heath bits for chopped pecans, walnuts, or crushed Biscoff cookies.
Caramel: A thicker caramel sets better and doesn’t ooze out once chilled. Homemade works great too!
