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Patriotic Brownie with a Pretzel Crust

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Patriotic Caramel Brownie with a Pretzel Crus

Patriotic Brownie with a Pretzel Crust is my only patriotic creation I am making for this holiday. I love making simple and easy every day desserts look so special. And if I can make the dish even a bit healthier than normal I call it a bonus! If you are pressed for time or ingredients you can always use your favorite box brownie mix and a ready made chocolate and caramel topping. The added fresh fruit is what makes this super yummy dessert a delightful presentation for any get together of family, a night with the girls, or just a quiet after dinner treat with your family. Everyone that tried this loved the taste. If you make it please share it and your experiences in the comments below. How would you change it to reflect your style?

For more patriotic holiday recipes check out this Patriotic Brownie with a Pretzel Crust, American Flag Krispy Treat, Strawberry Jello Poke Cake, or Red White and Blue Cheesecake

Patriotic Caramel Brownie with a Pretzel Crus
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Patriotic Brownie with a Pretzel Crust

Patriotic Brownie with a Pretzel Crust is a great mashup of warm brownie, cold ice cream and fresh fruit topped with caramel and chocolate.
Prep Time20 mins
Cook Time35 mins
Total Time55 mins
Course: Bakery
Cuisine: American
Keyword: fruit, holiday
Method: Bake
Skill Level: Intermediate
Servings: 15
Calories: 520kcal
Author: Marilyn

Ingredients

Pretzel crust:

  • 1/2 cup all-purpose
  • 1 cup crushed pretzels
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda

Dark chocolate brownie:

  • 7 ounces unsweetened chocolate coarsely chopped
  • 3/4 cup butter
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Garnish:

  • 3 oz chocolate
  • 10 caramel pieces
  • 1 qt blueberries
  • 1 qt strawberries circular slices
  • 12 mint leaves

Instructions

To make pretzel crust:

  • Stir together pretzels, the 1/2 cup flour, the brown sugar, and baking soda.
  • Stir in the 1/2 cup melted butter.
  • Pat mixture into the bottom of an 11x7x1-1/2-inch baking pan lined with parchment paper.
  • Bake in a 350 degree F. oven for 10 minutes.

To make the brownie:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Lightly grease a 9-inch square by 2-inch deep baking pan; set aside.
  • In a medium saucepan, combine chocolate, butter, and the water.
  • Cook and stir over low heat until chocolate is melted. Transfer to a large bowl.
  • Add granulated sugar and brown sugar to chocolate mixture; beat with an electric mixer on low to medium speed until combined.
  • Add eggs and vanilla; beat on medium speed for 2 minutes.
  • Add flour, salt, and cinnamon. Beat on low speed until combined. Spread batter in prepared pan.
  • Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near center comes out clean. Cool in pan on a wire rack. Cut into bars. Sprinkle with cocoa powder and/or powdered sugar.

Garnish:

  • Melt 2-3 oz of chocolate and 10-13 caramel candy pieces; then place each in a Ziploc bag and snip off one corner. Drizzle caramel on top of cooled brownie and ice cream followed by chocolate and caramel.
  • Add blueberries and strawberries and a sprig of mint.

Notes

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Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 520kcal | Carbohydrates: 72g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0g | Trans Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 530mg | Potassium: 0mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 52g | Vitamin A: 0% | Vitamin C: 0% | Calcium: 0% | Iron: 0%

NUTRITION DISCLAIMER

Nutrition information is estimated based on the ingredients and cooking instructions as described in each recipe and is intended to be used for informational purposes only. Please note that nutrition details may vary based on methods of preparation, origin and freshness of ingredients used.

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  8. Sounds really delicious Marilyn! Just wondering how I could convert this to gluten & lactose free…

    Remember you’re most welcome to drop by for a cup of inspiration!
    Jennifer

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    • I don’t know how to convert but I am sure you can google the substitutions. Thanks for coming. I will go look at the link you left! Have a great week.

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    • Thanks Sandra. This is one of my best images. I was so surprised it came out!! I took it from the table on my iphone. Who would believe it?? Thanks for having the party and letting me share. Enjoy!

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    • The pretzel crust was an after thought. I like how it made the brownie salty. I will definitely make this again. But maybe not as fancy. I like food you can hold. LOL. Have a great week.

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  22. You’re timing was perfect Marilyn. As you posted this on the Sweet Inspiration Link party my daughter said, mom, mom I want to make that 😀 Gues I’ll be buying some pretzels tomorrow

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  26. Born on the Fourth of July I am always drawn to the patriotic things. Then I saw brownie…and pretzel crust…and the berries. Mmmmm I am sold! I will definitely be making this and quite likely to add it to my list of possibilities for my birthday! Thanks for the recipe!

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  30. What a great idea to brighten up a brownie, and make it a little healthier. I also love the pretzel crust. Thank you for sharing at Grandma’s House link party. Shared and pinned.

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  31. I am a fan of red, white and blue food. Add some brownie and it’s a keeper!!! Thanks for sharing at What’d You Do This Weekend? Hope to see you again next week!

    Wishes for tasty dishes,
    Linda

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  43. Marilyn, this sounds so delicious! I just want to eat THE WHOLE THING and not share it. I’m featuring this on my blog tomorrow. Such a blessing to have you a fellow cohostess, love your recipes (even if I don’t *always*comment on them, I read 200+ blogs weekly, can’t comment on all of them, not enough time!!). Anyway, like I said, this sounds so yummy!

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    • Thank you Angela. And I understand about the limited commenting time. I host 4 parties and visit another 58 each week. It keps me from snacking though! Thank tou for the feature and kind words!

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  62. Hi Marilyn! Popping over from Brag About It to thank you for linking up, congrats on being featured next week, and . . . to tell you that I’m so going to try your brownie with a pretzel crust! What a fabulous idea and taste combination! Pinning 🙂 Have a wonderful Holiday weekend!

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  63. YUM! I bet the pretzel crust (salty) is great with the chocolate! Plus it is so pretty! Pinned to try later.
    Thank you for sharing this week at Brag About It link party on VMG206 (Mondays at Midnight). I plan to feature you next week!
    ~ Megin of VMG206

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  65. I wouldn’t change a thing, it looks perfect and delicious! Thanks again for sharing your links with us at Celebrate Your Story. Have a peaceful and fun holiday weekend!

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  66. Brownies and cookies are my favorite sweets, and adding a little salt makes both even better! Brownies with a pretzel crust!!! Yes, please! Pinned and tweeted, thanks for sharing with us at #MMBH!
    XOXO

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  67. I absolutely LOVE the idea of brownies with a pretzel crust…YUMM! Thanks so much for sharing your delicious recipe with us at Share The Wealth Sunday! xoxo

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  69. Brownies and pretzels and fruit and ice cream? How can you resist?! This looks like the perfect way to celebrate Memorial Day weekend coming up – it would be such a hit with kids of all ages 🙂

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  70. Marilyn – another yummy dessert idea of yours! I never thought of combining pretzels and brownies – what a great idea! Yummy! Pinning and stumbling!

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    • Thanks Katherine! What an honor! I’m speechless. So glad you could come and visit. Your party is on my weekly visit list. So many great links! Glad to meet you.

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  78. Oh Yum! I get so excited each week to see what you have been working on because it’s always AMAZING! Thank you for sharing this with us. Pinned and tweeted. I hope to see you on Monday at 7 pm, so we can party!!!! Lou Lou Girls

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    • Thanks Joanne! I appreciate all the comments, shares and pins. This week I am getting back to normal after my own vacation and computer snafoos!

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