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Salted Caramel Pretzel Brownies

Salted Caramel Pretzel Brownies are the ultimate indulgence, combining rich, fudgy chocolate brownies with a delightful crunch from pretzels and a mouthwatering salted caramel drizzle. Perfect for any occasion, these brownies balance sweet and salty flavors to create an irresistible treat that will impress your guests or satisfy your cravings. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll have a delicious dessert ready in no time.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter (melted)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp salt (plus more for topping)
  • 2 cups crushed pretzels
  • 1 cup salted caramel sauce

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. In another bowl, sift together cocoa powder, flour, and salt. Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined.
  4. Gently fold in the crushed pretzels, reserving some for topping.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean or slightly fudgy. Cool completely before topping.
  6. Drizzle with salted caramel sauce and sprinkle reserved pretzels on top. Slice into squares and serve.

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Keywords: - For added depth of flavor, consider using dark chocolate instead of semi-sweet. - Substitute different nuts or types of pretzels for variety. - For longer storage, freeze brownies wrapped tightly in plastic wrap.