{"id":58940,"date":"2018-01-01T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2017-09-09T00:20:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/origin-www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/caramel-pretzel-bites\/"},"modified":"2022-09-24T13:52:35","modified_gmt":"2022-09-24T18:52:35","slug":"caramel-pretzel-bites","status":"publish","type":"recipe","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/caramel-pretzel-bites\/","title":{"rendered":"Caramel Pretzel Bites"},"content":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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Pour over pretzel mixture."},{"@type":"HowToStep","text":"In a microwave, melt chocolate chips and 1 tablespoon shortening; stir until smooth. Spread over caramel layer. In microwave, melt white baking chips and remaining shortening; stir until smooth. Drizzle over top. Let stand until set."},{"@type":"HowToStep","text":"Using foil, lift candy out of pan; remove foil. Using a buttered knife, cut candy into bite-sized pieces."}],"recipeYield":"6 dozen","author":[{"@type":"Person","name":"Taste Recipes Editorial Team"}],"nutrition":{"@type":"NutritionInformation","calories":" 146 calories","fatContent":"8g fat (3g saturated fat)","cholesterolContent":"10mg cholesterol","sodiumContent":"76mg sodium","carbohydrateContent":"19g carbohydrate (14g sugars","fiberContent":"1g fiber)","proteinContent":"1g protein. "},"aggregateRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"AggregateRating","ratingValue":4.725,"reviewCount":40,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5},"review":[{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-12-12","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Tracey809"},"reviewBody":"These are delicious. However, my caramel cooked to 240 and when cooled was a bit too hard. What did I do wrong?","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-06-12","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"bernerlover"},"reviewBody":"These were really good. Made some minor changes: used parchment instead of foil-I've learned my lesson after having too many times the foil sticking and ripping. Next, I used about half the pretzels and this was plenty, and I broke them up a bit instead of having them whole (I also chopped the pecans to a rough chop). Finally, I didn't use the white choc on top, don't feel they need it. I'll definitely make them again as hubby also loved them. As to \"Karen\" complaining about getting 72 pieces-yes you can. This isn't cake, you don't need them cut huge.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-10-04","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Shelly848"},"reviewBody":"Made these today! So yummy. Glad I stumbled across this recipe. Bite size pieces are just the right size for this rich dessert!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-01-18","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"collegeave"},"reviewBody":"i give it a 4 only because they are hard, almost like sugar babies we ate as a kid. not sure if it got too hot or what happened. the taste is great, you just have to suck on them to get soft.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-05-03","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BobeeLou"},"reviewBody":"Delicious recipe but makes a huge amount. Had to put in refrigerator to get topping of melted chips to set for cutting. After removing from frig., VERY difficult to cut so let it get to room temp before trying. Next time will not add shortening to chips while melting since topping should set up more easily. Only raves received from friends and family.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-12-05","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Jdclerk1"},"reviewBody":"I loved the caramel but if you don\u2019t use more pretzels to add a strong foundation \/ the bars don\u2019t hold","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-02-19","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"elliotschef"},"reviewBody":"Excellent! It makes SO much...will definitely be a new Christmas gift from me to everyone I love! I will say the recipe might need to be a bit clearer when it comes to cooking the caramel. It says to cook it over medium heat until it's at the softball stage or 240. This is almost impossible over medium heat...I definitely had to turn it to high heat to reach this point; this is why Ms. Ferengul's were too gooey I would guess. I've worked with lots of candies and knew this ahead of time, so I know that helped me! The caramel MUST be cooked to this temperature in order to set. Other than this, the recipe is great and I will be making them\/delivering them a LOT!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-02-16","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedFish"},"reviewBody":"Soooo good. Handed these out for Valentine's Day and everyone raved about them! Made the recipe as is, and cut them into 72 bites as recommended. I thought the serving size was just right. Will DEFINITELY be making these again.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-05-21","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"eep2750"},"reviewBody":"These are amazing!!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-02-27","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"gucci65"},"reviewBody":"These were a huge hit. Every one loved these !!!!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2018-12-06","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"cefranzel"},"reviewBody":"I make these every year, but use semisweet chocolate instead. Love, love, love this recipe :)","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-03-25","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"EKUUU"},"reviewBody":"Delicious! These were a hit with my family. I'm making them for the dessert tray for my son's graduation reception.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-02-11","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"B.Higgins"},"reviewBody":"Very good","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-01-21","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"gleaner"},"reviewBody":"These are very good. They were nice and soft, yet held shape nicely. Melt in your mouth. The only change - I would try my own caramel recipe using white sugar, not brown ( but it turns brown just like a caramel). Other than that, 5 star. Easy recipe.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-02-22","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"gweglowski"},"reviewBody":"AWESOME! It was outstanding","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-01-27","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"janickiswoman"},"reviewBody":"these were excellent. my husband and coworkers devoured them! I also added roasted, salted cashews in place of pecans.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-07-03","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"carolsusan"},"reviewBody":"Excellent tasting bites! However, they do take quite a while to make. Suggestion: The first time I made them I used the foil..the second time I used parchment paper...much much better!! They did not stick at all! Also, I had to add about 2 T half n half (instead of the butter) to the chocolate morsels to get them smooth enough to spread over the caramel. They are definitely a hit with friends!!! (me too!)","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-12-06","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"jkmillermn"},"reviewBody":"OMG delicious. I used a little less pretzels as suggested but no other changes. Will definitely be making again and again","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-07-17","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"kittykatt1127"},"reviewBody":"These are awesome! Never made candy before so it takes a while to get the caramel to the right consistency. Would definitely make these again. I ended up freezing half for another time.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-02-05","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Bugzie"},"reviewBody":"Oh my this sounds wonderful and not to difficult. Just need to buy a candy thermometer!! Cant wait to try this recipe!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-02-16","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"momio"},"reviewBody":"These were fantastic! Everyone couldn't quit eating them! They are addicting!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-02-18","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Ms. Ferengul","givenName":"Ms.","familyName":"Ferengul"},"reviewBody":"I made them to take to work. They turned out soo sloppy I'm embarrased to serve them. They taste great. The carmel is way to goey.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":2,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2016-03-27","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Csowat"},"reviewBody":"You have to use an inside dimension of 10 x 15\" cookie sheet & this recipe worked great! 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