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it sit at room temperature for about 10–15 minutes to soften slightly. Run a thin knife around the edges, then cut into 16 squares (or smaller bite-size pieces if serving a crowd). Use a small spatula to lift the bars out of the glass dish. Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Cut caramel pretzel bars arranged on a white platter

Variations & Tips

For a slightly less sweet version, use dark chocolate chips (60–70% cacao) instead of semi-sweet; the bitterness balances the caramel nicely. If