Fall Dessert (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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12 oz bag of milk chocolate chips.
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1 green apple.
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35 individually wrapped caramels (or 13.5 oz caramel dip).
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16 oz bag of pretzels.
# Instructions:
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Melt 1 ¾ cups of chocolate chips in the microwave, stirring every 15 seconds until smooth.
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Pour the melted chocolate onto parchment paper, spreading it into a rectangular shape with a rubber spatula.
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Layer pretzels over the chocolate until completely covered.
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Dice the green apple and pat with a paper towel to remove excess moisture to prevent the caramel from becoming runny.
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Unwrap the caramels and microwave in 15-second intervals, stirring until fully melted. Mix in the diced apple, then spread this caramel-apple mixture over the pretzels.
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Place the bark in the fridge to set for 30 minutes.
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Remove from the fridge, melt the remaining chocolate, and drizzle over the top.
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Return to the fridge for an hour, then cut the bark into bite-sized pieces.
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Keep the bark refrigerated until ready to serve.
# Notes:
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This Caramel Apple Bark is a fun, easy treat combining milk chocolate, caramel, and crunchy pretzels with a hint of fresh apple.
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Ideal for fall gatherings or as a simple dessert, this bark can be stored in the fridge until ready to serve.
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For best results, keep refrigerated to maintain the caramel's consistency and prevent the chocolate from melting.