Caramel Apple Bark

5 from 5 votes

Caramel Apple Bark is a delicious autumn-inspired treat that combines the best of caramel apples and chocolate bark. This sweet delight features layers of rich chocolate, green apple pieces, gooey caramel, and crushed pretzels.

Prep Time5

Total Time1

Course: Dessert/Snack

Cuisine: American

Diet: Gluten Free

Method: Stovetop/Microwave

Servings: servings

Ingredients

12 oz milk or dark chocolate
1 tablespoon coconut oil
1 cup soft baking caramels melted
1 medium green apple chopped or thinly sliced
1 cup chopped gluten-free pretzels or nuts pecans, walnuts, or almonds
1/4 cup melted chocolate for drizzle

Instructions

Soak The Apples Pieces: Place the apple pieces in 1 cup of water along with 2 tablespoons lemon juice and allow to soak for 5-10 minutes. This will prevent them from turning brown.
Melt Chocolate: Using a double boiler or a microwave, melt the chopped chocolate and coconut oil until smooth and creamy. If using a microwave, heat the chocolate and coconut oil in 30-second intervals, stirring well after each interval to prevent burning.
Spread the Chocolate: Line a sheet pan (I used a 9X13 pan) with parchment paper. Pour the melted chocolate onto the paper. Use a spatula to spread it into an even layer, about 1/4 inch thick.
Toppings: Add the crushed pretzels to the melted chocolate, then the diced apples on top of the pretzels. Drizzle the apples with melted caramel and melted chocolate.
Allow to Set: Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator for about 1-2 hours or until the chocolate is completely set. This will ensure that your bark is firm and easy to break into pieces. I also like to add to the freezer for the last 20 minutes.
Break or Cut The Bark: Once the bark has hardened, use your hands to break it into rustic, bite-sized pieces. If you want more uniformed pieces, use a knife to cut into squares.
Serving and Storing: If you have any leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator to keep the chocolate from melting. For best results, eat within 24 hours.

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