_Sips coffee while typing_
Ladies and gentlemen, get ready for the most incredible midnight snack that’ll make your taste buds dance at 2 AM! As someone who’s notorious for raiding the kitchen when everyone’s asleep, I’ve perfected what I call the “Sweet & Salty Midnight Madness Bars.” Trust me, these are so good, you’ll want to set an alarm just to wake up and eat them! 😉
Picture this: layers of crushed pretzels, melted chocolate, caramel, and potato chips all married together in one heavenly bite. I know what you’re thinking – “Girl, you’re crazy!” But hear me out, because this sweet-and-salty combo is about to change your late-night snacking game forever.
Here’s what you’ll need (don’t judge me):
– 2 cups crushed pretzels
– 1 cup crushed potato chips
– 1 cup melted semi-sweet chocolate chips
– 1/2 cup caramel sauce
– 1/4 cup butter (melted)
– A pinch of sea salt
– Optional: 1/4 cup crushed peanuts (if you’re feeling extra)
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Now, let’s get cooking (or should I say, not cooking – this is a no-bake recipe, honey!):
1. Line an 8×8 baking pan with parchment paper (trust me, you’ll thank me later for this step).
2. Mix those crushed pretzels with the melted butter in a bowl. Press this mixture into your lined pan to create the base layer. Pop it in the fridge for 10 minutes.
3. Meanwhile, melt that chocolate in the microwave in 30-second intervals (don’t you dare burn it!).
4. Pour half the melted chocolate over your pretzel layer.
5. Sprinkle your crushed potato chips over the chocolate (I won’t tell if you sneak a few chips while doing this 😏).
6. Drizzle that caramel sauce like you’re Jackson Pollock creating a masterpiece.
7. Pour the remaining chocolate over everything.
8. Sprinkle with sea salt and crushed peanuts if you’re using them.
9. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (I know, the waiting is torture!).
Cut into squares and try not to eat them all in one sitting – though I totally understand if you do! These bars are perfectly balanced between sweet and salty, crunchy and smooth. They’re basically everything you could want in a midnight snack!
Listen, loves, if you enjoyed this recipe as much as I enjoy my late-night Netflix binges, don’t forget to follow me on Newsbreak for more amazing recipes that’ll make your kitchen adventures unforgettable! Drop a comment below and tell me what you think – did you add your own twist? Did you actually share with others, or did they mysteriously disappear before anyone else got home? 😉
Until next time, keep snacking fabulously! And remember, calories don’t count after midnight – that’s just science! 💁♀️✨
