Oh my goodness, ladies and gents, let me share the most amazing afternoon pick-me-up snack that’s been keeping me sane during those long work hours! Trust me, once you try this Sweet & Salty Chocolate-Covered Pretzel Bark with a coffee twist, you’ll never look at your 3 PM slump the same way again.
Let’s be real – we’ve all been there, mindlessly reaching for those boring vending machine snacks. But honey, you deserve better! This recipe combines the perfect crunch of pretzels, the richness of dark chocolate, and a sprinkle of espresso powder that’ll make your taste buds dance (and keep you awake!).
What You’ll Need:
– 2 cups mini pretzels, slightly crushed
– 12 oz dark chocolate chips (because dark chocolate is basically health food, right?)
– 1 tablespoon espresso powder
– 1/4 cup toffee bits
– Sea salt for sprinkling
– Optional: 1/4 cup chopped nuts (I use almonds because I’m fancy like that)
Now, let me walk you through this super simple process that’ll change your snacking game forever!
1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper (don’t skip this step unless you enjoy cleaning up mega messes!)
2. Melt the chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals. Pro tip: Stop when there are still a few chunks and stir until smooth – nobody likes burnt chocolate!
3. Mix in that espresso powder until well combined
4. Fold in about 1.5 cups of the crushed pretzels
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1. Spread the mixture onto your lined baking sheet
2. Sprinkle remaining pretzels, toffee bits, and nuts on top
3. Add a pinch of sea salt (trust me on this one!)
4. Pop it in the fridge for about 30 minutes
Once it’s set, break it into pieces and store in an airtight container. But let’s be honest – it probably won’t last long enough to need storage!
Y’all, this snack is perfect for sharing with your office besties (if you’re feeling generous), and it travels well in your purse or desk drawer. Plus, it’s got that sweet-salty-crunchy thing going on that’s literally impossible to resist.
One batch lasts me about… oh wait, who am I kidding? I usually demolish half of it before it even makes it to work! 😂
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