Strawberry Chocolate Pretzel Bark

Indulge in a delightful blend of sweet and salty with this easy-to-make Strawberry Chocolate Pretzel Bark. Perfect for a quick treat or to share with friends, this recipe combines rich chocolate, crunchy pretzels, and the tangy sweetness of freeze-dried strawberries. Let’s get started!

Ingredients

• 12 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 8 ounces white chocolate baking bars (such as Baker’s)
• 1 cup freeze-dried strawberries (such as Just Strawberries)
• ½ cup salted pretzel sticks
• Sprinkles (optional)

Instructions

1. Prepare Your Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with wax paper or parchment paper. Set aside.
2. Melt the Semi-Sweet Chocolate:
   • Pour the semi-sweet chocolate chips into a microwave-safe bowl.
   • Microwave for 1 minute; stir well.
   • Microwave for another 30 seconds; stir until smooth. If necessary, continue microwaving in 15-second increments, stirring each time, until completely melted.
3. Melt the White Chocolate:
   • Chop the white chocolate baking bar into small pieces and place them in another microwave-safe bowl.
   • Microwave for 1 minute; stir well.
   • Microwave for 15 seconds after the initial 1 minute, as white chocolate melts more quickly. Stir until smooth. If necessary, continue microwaving in 15-second increments, stirring each time, until completely melted.
4. Combine and Swirl the Chocolates:
   • Spread about ¾ of the melted semi-sweet chocolate in a thin layer onto the prepared baking sheet, forming a rough rectangle about 9 by 12 inches.
   • Dollop the melted white chocolate on top.
   • Spoon the remaining semi-sweet chocolate onto the centers of the white chocolate dollops.
   • Use a toothpick to swirl the semi-sweet and white chocolates together, creating a marbled effect.
5. Add the Toppings:
   • Immediately arrange the pretzel sticks onto the swirled chocolate.
   • Fill in the spaces between the pretzels with the freeze-dried strawberries.
   • Sprinkle the entire surface with sprinkles, pressing them lightly into the chocolate if necessary.
6. Set the Bark:
   • Refrigerate until the chocolate is set, about 45 minutes.
   • Slide the wax/parchment paper onto a cutting board and cut the bark into pieces.

Serving and Storage

• Serving: Serve immediately or store in a tightly-sealed container in the refrigerator.
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cooking Time: 1 minute
• Total Time: 56 minutes
• Calories: 280 per serving
• Servings: 12 pieces

Enjoy your homemade Strawberry Chocolate Pretzel Bark! It’s a perfect combination of flavors and textures that everyone will love. Don’t forget to share your creation and let us know how it turned out in the comments below. Happy snacking!