Sweet pretzel bark with chocolate
Sweet pretzel bark with chocolate is a delightful, crunchy confection made by layering melted chocolate over broken pretzel pieces, often finished with a sprinkle of sea salt. This treat originates from the United States, where it's a popular homemade snack, especially during holidays and as a quick, satisfying dessert.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in carbohydrates and fat due to the pretzels and chocolate, with minimal protein. A typical serving provides a quick energy boost from sugars and carbs, along with some iron and magnesium from the chocolate.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 190 kcal |
| Protein | 2 g |
| Carbs | 25 g |
| Fat | 10 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 14 g |
| Sodium | 180 mg |
| Iron | 1.5 mg |
| Magnesium | 30 mg |
| Copper | 0.2 mg |
| Manganese | 0.3 mg |
| Phosphorus | 40 mg |
| Selenium | 4 mcg |
| Zinc | 0.5 mg |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) | 0.1 mg |
Per 1 piece (about 40 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, pretzel bark is a modern, no-bake twist on the classic sweet-and-salty flavor profile beloved in American snacking. Nutritionally, the combination of pretzels and dark chocolate can offer a small amount of antioxidants, though it's primarily an indulgent treat.
