Pretzel Pile-Ups

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Servings: 36 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Salty-sweet no-bake treats combining crunchy pretzels with rich chocolate and butterscotch
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Pretzel Pile-Ups

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 36 Calories: 985.2

Description

Pretzel Pile-Ups are a delightful no-bake confection that perfectly balances salty and sweet flavors. These bite-sized treats feature coarsely crushed pretzels and peanuts for a satisfying crunch, bound together by a luscious mixture of sweetened condensed milk, semi-sweet chocolate, and butterscotch pieces. The result is a dense, chewy cluster with a glossy finish and deep, comforting flavor. Ideal for potlucks, cookie exchanges, or as a quick snack to satisfy a sweet tooth, they require no baking&# 226;ÂÂjust a little heat to melt the binders and some time in the fridge to set. Simple to assemble with pantry staples, these pile-ups are a nostalgic favorite that disappears quickly from the plate.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the coarsely crushed pretzels and peanuts, then set aside.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine the sweetened condensed milk, semi-sweet chocolate bits, and butterscotch pieces.
  3. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, for about 5 minutes or until the chocolate and butterscotch pieces are completely melted and smooth.
  4. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Pour the warm chocolate mixture over the pretzel and peanut mixture in the large bowl.
  6. Stir with a wooden spoon until the pretzels and peanuts are thoroughly and evenly coated with the chocolate mixture.
  7. Line a baking sheet with waxed paper or parchment paper.
  8. Drop the mixture by rounded teaspoons onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart.
  9. Allow the pile-ups to cool at room temperature until firm, or place the baking sheet in the refrigerator to speed up the process.
  10. Once firm, store the Pretzel Pile-Ups covered in the refrigerator to maintain texture.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 36

Amount Per Serving
Calories 985.2kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 28.1g44%
Saturated Fat 12.1g61%
Cholesterol 20.1mg7%
Sodium 1519.3mg64%
Total Carbohydrate 162.1g55%
Dietary Fiber 7.7g31%
Sugars 63.3g
Protein 23.3g47%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: pretzel, no-bake, chocolate, butterscotch, peanuts, snack, treats, clusters, condensed milk, saltsweet, dessert, easy, party food, crunchy, chewy, vanilla, cookie exchange, potluck, quick, indulgent, vegetarian
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