Best 5 Salted Pretzel Brownies Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our salted pretzel brownies, a heavenly symphony of sweet and savory flavors. These delectable treats combine the classic richness of chocolate brownies with the irresistible crunch of salted pretzels, resulting in a textural masterpiece that will tantalize your taste buds. Our collection of recipes offers variations to suit every palate, from classic salted pretzel brownies to white chocolate variations and even gluten-free options. Each recipe is carefully crafted with detailed instructions and helpful tips to ensure your baking success. So, prepare to embark on a baking adventure and create these irresistible salted pretzel brownies that will steal the show at any gathering.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

SALTED PRETZEL BROWNIES



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Time 2h40m

Yield 12 to 16 brownies

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup (2 sticks) salted butter, plus more for buttering the pan
5 ounces bittersweet chocolate, broken into pieces
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 cups sugar
1 tablespoon vanilla
3 large eggs
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips
2 cups thin salted pretzels, lightly crushed

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Butter a 9-by-13-inch baking pan.
  • In a medium-large saucepan, melt the butter with the bittersweet chocolate over low heat, whisking occasionally until smooth and melted. Sprinkle in the cocoa powder and whisk to combine. Remove the pan from the heat and allow to cool for about 5 minutes.
  • Stir the sugar and vanilla into the chocolate mixture until just combined. One at a time, stir in the eggs. Gently stir in the flour until halfway incorporated. Add the chocolate chips and stir just until combined.
  • Sprinkle half of the pretzels in the bottom of the prepared baking pan. Pour the batter (it will be very thick!) in the pan over the pretzels. Spread to even out the top and arrange the remaining pretzels all over the top.
  • Bake for 40 minutes, then check the brownies with a toothpick. If overly gooey/messy, return the pan to the oven for 5 to 10 more minutes, being careful not to burn the edges. Allow to cool completely (important!), then cut into small squares.

SALTED PRETZEL BROWNIES



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Sprinkling flaky sea salt on brownies makes their bittersweet nature pop; it's the kind of flavor contrast that keeps you coming back for more (as if the brownies themselves weren't enough). Here, pretzels work in the same way, adding crunch and a toasty character as well. Hiding beneath the brownie batter, a graham cracker and crushed pretzel crust gives the bars a cookielike appeal run through with salted caramel notes. Go ahead and try to eat just one.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     cookies and bars, dessert

Time 1h

Yield 16 brownies

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup/115 grams unsalted butter (1 stick), melted, plus more for greasing the pan
1 cup/120 grams graham cracker crumbs (from about 7 graham cracker sheets)
1/2 cup/30 grams finely crushed pretzels
1 egg white
1/2 cup/115 grams unsalted butter (1 stick)
4 ounces/115 grams unsweetened chocolate, coarsely chopped or broken up
1 1/4 cups/250 grams granulated sugar
2 large eggs, at room temperature
1/2 cup/65 grams all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons Dutch-processed cocoa powder
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
1/3 cup/60 grams mini or regular chocolate chips (optional)
Small whole pretzels, for topping the brownies

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly butter an 8-inch square metal baking pan and line it with parchment paper, leaving about 2 inches of excess on each side to help you lift the cooked brownies out of the pan.
  • Make the crust: In a food processor, combine butter, graham cracker crumbs, crushed pretzels and egg white. Process until mixture is well blended. Transfer to prepared pan and press crumb mixture into an even layer on the bottom. Bake until deeply browned at the edges, about 14 to 17 minutes. Transfer pan to a wire rack to cool.
  • Make the brownies: Raise oven temperature to 400 degrees. Put butter and chocolate into a medium pot and place it over low heat. Melt the mixture, taking care not to let the chocolate burn and stirring constantly with a rubber spatula until smooth. Scrape chocolate mixture into a large bowl and mix in the sugar. Let mixture cool until it's just warm to the touch, about 5 minutes.
  • Whisk eggs into cooled chocolate mixture. Whisk in flour, cocoa powder, vanilla and salt. Mix in chocolate chips, if using.
  • Scrape batter into an even layer on top of the crust. Top with pretzels and bake until the top is set and firm to touch, especially in the center, 20 to 25 minutes. Transfer the pan to a wire rack to cool completely before cutting into 16 squares.

SALTED PRETZEL CARAMEL BROWNIES



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My friend sent this to me and it is so good!!!!

Provided by LINDA BAILEY

Categories     Other Snacks

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 box betty crocker fudge brownies (for 9x13 pan)
2 eggs
1/4 c water
2/3 c vegetable oil
3 c pretzels
1 jar(s) caramel sauce
coarse sea salt

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, or grease with cooking spray.Prepare brownie batter according to package instructions.
  • 2. Pour about 1/3 of the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan. Spread until the bottom of the pan is evenly coated. Then add two even layers of pretzels, covering the entire surface. Carefully spoon the remaining brownie batter on top to cover the pretzels.
  • 3. Bake for 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the middle of the brownies comes out clean. Remove and set on a cooling rack to cool.
  • 4. Spoon the caramel sauce onto the top of the brownies in an even layer. (If it is too thick, spoon the sauce into a small bowl first and microwave for 30 seconds to thin.) Sprinkle the caramel with a few pinches of sea salt.Spoon the caramel sauce onto the top of the brownies in an even layer. (If it is too thick, spoon the sauce into a small bowl first and microwave for 30 seconds to thin.) Sprinkle the caramel with a few pinches of sea salt. • Serve warm, or let cool to room temperature then serve.

SALTED PRETZEL CARAMEL BROWNIES



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Make and share this Salted Pretzel Caramel Brownies recipe from Food.com.

Provided by SweetSueAl

Categories     Dessert

Time 55m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (18 1/2 ounce) box fudge brownie mix
2 eggs
1/4 cup water
2/3 cup vegetable oil
3 cups miniature pretzel twists
1 (12 1/4 ounce) jar caramel sauce
coarse sea salt, to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Line a 9x13 inch baking pan with parchment paper (my preference) or grease with cooking spray.
  • Prepare brownie batter according to package instructions. Ingredients include the eggs, water and vegetable oil. Amounts may differ from the ingredients listed above.
  • Pour 1/3 of the batter into the prepared pan. Spreading until the bottom of the pan is evenly coated. Then add two even layers of pretzels, cover the entire surface. Carefully spoon the remaining brownie batter on top to cover the pretzels.
  • Bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean. Remove and set on a cooling rack to cool.
  • Spoon the caramel sauce onto the top of the brownies in an even layer. (If it is too thick, microwave for 30 seconds, make sure to remove the cap.
  • Sprinkle the caramel with a few pinches of sea salt.

SALTED PRETZEL CARAMEL BROWNIES



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Number Of Ingredients 7

•1 box Betty Crocker fudge brownies (for a 9×13 pan)
•2 eggs
•1/4 cup water
•2/3 cup vegetable oil
•3 cups pretzels
•1 jar caramel sauce
•coarse sea salt

Steps:

  • 1.Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, or grease with cooking spray. 2.Prepare brownie batter according to package instructions. 3.Pour about 1/3 of the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan. Spread until the bottom of the pan is evenly coated. Then add two even layers of pretzels, covering the entire surface. Carefully spoon the remaining brownie batter on top to cover the pretzels. 4.Bake for 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the middle of the brownies comes out clean. Remove and set on a cooling rack to cool. 5.Spoon the caramel sauce onto the top of the brownies in an even layer. (If it is too thick, spoon the sauce into a small bowl first and microwave for 30 seconds to thin.) Sprinkle the caramel with a few pinches of sea salt. 6.Serve warm, or let cool to room temperature then serve.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the final product. Use real butter, not margarine, and use good quality chocolate.
  • Be precise with your measurements. Baking is a science, and precise measurements are essential for success. Use a kitchen scale to measure your ingredients, and make sure to level off your measuring cups.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing the batter will make the brownies tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the brownies until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs attached. Overbaking the brownies will make them dry and crumbly.
  • Let the brownies cool completely before cutting them. This will help them to set and will prevent them from crumbling.
  • Serve the brownies warm or at room temperature. Brownies are best when they are fresh out of the oven, but they can also be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
  • Get creative with your toppings. Brownies are a great base for a variety of toppings. Try adding chopped nuts, chocolate chips, or caramel sauce. You can also drizzle them with melted chocolate or sprinkle them with sea salt.

Conclusion:

Salted pretzel brownies are a delicious and unique dessert that is perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and can be customized with a variety of toppings. So next time you are looking for a sweet treat, give these brownies a try.

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