Nut-Free Chocolate Praline

Indulge in the irresistible crunch and rich, chocolaty decadence of Nut-Free Chocolate Praline! This creative spin on a classic treat swaps traditional nuts for salted pretzel sticks, creating a sweet-and-salty masterpiece perfect for those with nut allergies or anyone seeking a unique twist. The recipe combines buttery caramel-coated pretzel pieces with smooth, melted dark chocolate, topped off with a sprinkle of sea salt flakes for extra depth of flavor. With just 20 minutes of prep time and no need for nuts, this praline is an easy yet sophisticated treat for gifting, snacking, or elevating your dessert table. Perfectly portioned for sharing—or savoring solo—this playful dessert is destined to be a crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 27/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 200 grams granulated sugar
• 60 milliliters water
• 150 grams salted pretzel sticks
• 150 grams dark chocolate (70% cocoa)
• 50 grams unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon sea salt flakes

Directions

Step 1

Begin by roughly crushing the salted pretzel sticks into small pieces. Set them aside in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan, combine the granulated sugar and water over medium heat. Stir until the sugar dissolves completely.

Step 4

Once dissolved, increase the heat and bring the mixture to a boil without stirring until it turns a deep amber color. This should take about 10-12 minutes.

Step 5

Remove the caramel from the heat and quickly stir in the unsalted butter until melted and smooth.

Step 6

Pour the hot caramel over the crushed pretzel sticks and mix well to coat the pretzels evenly. Spread this mixture onto the prepared baking sheet in an even layer. Let it cool completely.

Step 7

While the caramel pretzels cool, melt the dark chocolate using a double boiler or in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each to ensure it’s smooth.

Step 8

Once the caramel pretzels have hardened, break them into small bite-sized pieces and fold them into the melted chocolate.

Step 9

Spread the chocolate-coated pretzel pieces back onto the parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer.

Step 10

Sprinkle the praline with sea salt flakes and leave to set completely at room temperature or refrigerate until the chocolate is firm.

Step 11

Once set, break the praline into small chunks and serve or store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	615.9 grams (615.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2613

Total Fat 112.10g	144%
Saturated Fat 61.80g	309%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 111mg	37%
Sodium 4390mg	191%
Total Carbohydrate 392.10g	143%
Dietary Fiber 21.70g	78%
Total Sugars 241.40g
Protein 22.80g	46%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 177mg	14%
Iron 23mg	129%
Potassium 1298mg	28%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.8%

Protein: 3.4%

Carbs: 58.8%