The Ultimate Collection of Sweet and Salty Flavor Combinations

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Get ready to indulge in the ultimate sweet and salty obsession, where flavor meets fun in the most deliciously unexpected ways! From the savory kick of Eel Sauce to the mouthwatering Homemade Maple Bacon Doughnuts, these recipes are proof that the combination of salty and sweet is downright irresistible. Sink your teeth into Bacon Jam Burgers or satisfy that dessert craving with Chewy Chocolate Covered Pretzel Cookies—because why choose between salty and sweet when you can have both? For a sweet twist, dive into Soft Caramel Candies or treat yourself to the Lightened Up Sweet Potato Pie with Sweet and Salty Pecan Crust, guilt-free and oh-so-tasty. Whether you’re munching on Bacon Popcorn or indulging in Salted Brownie Cookies, these recipes will keep you coming back for more of that perfect sweet-salty balance!

Junk Food Brownies

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A dark chocolate-y, fudgy brownie, topped with pretzels, potato chips, peanuts, and caramel. These are completely over-the-top!
Photo credit: Baking a Moment

These Junk Food Brownies are the ultimate sweet and salty treat! Fudgy dark chocolate brownies are loaded with pretzels, potato chips, and peanuts, then drizzled with buttery caramel. This satisfying treat is perfect for any craving!
Get the Recipe: Junk Food Brownies

Leprechaun Thumbprints

Overhead image of Leprechaun Thumbprints
Photo credit: Chelsea’s Messy Apron

These Leprechaun Thumbprints are the perfect treat to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day! Combining sweet Rolos, salty pretzels, and green M&M’s, these simple snacks are sure to be a crowd-pleaser. With just a few ingredients and easy steps, you can make a batch of 30 in no time!
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Homemade Maple Bacon Doughnuts

homemade maple bacon doughnuts
Photo credit: Sally’s Baking Recipes

Craving a bakery-style treat? These homemade maple bacon doughnuts are the perfect solution! With a soft, yeasted dough, sweet maple icing, and salty bacon topping, they’re a delightful combination of flavors that will satisfy your sweet and savory cravings.
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Bacon Jam Burgers

Two hamburgers on a wooden cutting board topped with arugula and bacon jam.
Photo credit: House of Nash Eats

These Bacon Jam Burgers are a must-try for your next grilling adventure. The star of the show is the salty-sweet bacon jam, which elevates the classic burger to a whole new level of deliciousness. Just be prepared for some delightful drips!
Get the Recipe: Bacon Jam Burgers

Ultimate Crudité Platter

The Ultimate Crudité Platter
Photo credit: Love and Lemons

Looking for an easy and impressive appetizer? This ultimate crudité platter has it all! With a variety of fresh veggies, a creamy white bean dip, and other delicious components, it’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
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Soft Caramel Candies

sea salt vanilla caramels cut into small rectangles with some wrapped in candy wrappers
Photo credit: Sally’s Baking Recipes

These soft sea salt vanilla caramels are the ultimate sweet and salty candy treat. This recipe makes a big batch that’s perfect for sharing during the holidays! Plus, this recipe is gluten and nut free.
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Eel Sauce

eel sauce.
Photo credit: The Big Man’s World

This homemade eel sauce, also known as unagi sauce, is the perfect condiment to drizzle over your favorite Japanese dishes. Made with just 3 simple ingredients, this sweet and salty sauce is incredibly easy to make and tastes amazing! It’s also gluten-free.
Get the Recipe: Eel Sauce

5-Ingredient Flourless Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Skillet

flourless peanut butter chocolate chip skillet
Photo credit: Ambitious Kitchen

This 5-ingredient flourless peanut butter chocolate chip skillet is the perfect easy treat! Whip up this simple dessert using ingredients you probably already have on hand. It’s gluten-free, grain-free, and can be made dairy-free, too.
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Chewy Chocolate Covered Pretzel Cookies

overhead image of chocolate covered pretzel cookies
Photo credit: Sally’s Baking Recipes

If you love a salty-sweet treat, you’ll fall head over heels for these chewy chocolate covered pretzel cookies! This recipe puts a fun spin on chocolate chip cookies, and the sea salt sprinkle on top enhances all the flavors. Plus, it’s nut-free, so everyone can enjoy!
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Lightened up Sweet Potato Pie with Sweet and Salty Pecan Crust (gluten free, low carb!)

Lightened up sweet potato pie topped with whipped cream on a plate
Photo credit: Ambitious Kitchen

This lightened-up sweet potato pie features a delicious sweet and salty pecan crust that perfectly complements the creamy filling. This healthier pie is gluten-free and low-carb, making it a guilt-free treat for any occasion. It’s the perfect dessert for fall gatherings or holiday celebrations!
Get the Recipe: Lightened up Sweet Potato Pie with Sweet and Salty Pecan Crust (gluten free, low carb!)

Brown Sugar Pancakes

A stack of brown sugar pancakes topped with maple bacon syrup.
Photo credit: Grandbaby Cakes

These Brown Sugar Pancakes are the perfect balance of sweet and savory. The fluffy pancakes are elevated with brown sugar, and the homemade maple bacon syrup adds a smoky, salty kick that will make your breakfast unforgettable. This recipe is sure to become a new family favorite!
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Salted Brownie Cookies

double chocolate chip cookie with a bite taken out
Photo credit: Ambitious Kitchen

These Salted Brownie Cookies are a chocolate lover’s dream! These chewy, dairy-free delights combine rich cocoa powder and chocolate chips with a hint of sea salt for the perfect sweet and salty balance. They’re freezer-friendly, making them ideal for any occasion, from holidays to a simple indulgent treat.
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My Favorite Pecan Pie Recipe

pecan pie in glass pie dish with slice already cut and about to be taken out with pie server.
Photo credit: Sally’s Baking Recipes

This pecan pie recipe is a simple and classic dessert that’s perfect for any occasion! With a hint of cinnamon, this pie has the perfect combination of sweet and salty flavors. It’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
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Caramel Popcorn Cookies

Presenting a delicious Caramel Popcorn Cookies
Photo credit: Heather Mubarak creator of Browned Butter Blondie

These caramel popcorn cookies are the perfect sweet and salty treat, with a crispy, chewy texture that will keep you coming back for more. Made from scratch, these cookies are packed with caramel popcorn and a sprinkle of sea salt for the ultimate indulgence.
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Easy Salted Caramel Frosting

An image of chocolate cupcakes with salted caramel frosting on top.
Photo credit: House of Nash Eats

This easy salted caramel frosting is the perfect balance of salty and sweet. With just a few simple ingredients, you can whip up a batch of this irresistible frosting that’s perfect for cakes, cupcakes, or cookies. Get ready to satisfy all your dessert desires!
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Banana Cake with Salted Caramel Frosting

The image shows a layered cake topped with bananas, chocolate shavings, nuts, and a caramel drizzle.
Photo credit: Cooking Classy

This banana cake by Cooking Classy is taken to the next level with a salted caramel frosting! Two layers of moist banana cake are topped with a luscious caramel frosting, a sweet and salty caramel sauce, crunchy walnuts, and sweet banana slices. This decadent dessert is sure to impress!
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Bacon Popcorn (With Video!)

Bacon Popcorn Recipe ready to serve spilling over in bowls for movie night
Photo credit: Grandbaby Cakes

This Brown Butter Maple Bacon Popcorn recipe is a sweet and savory snack that is perfect for movie night or a Super Bowl party! The combination of brown butter, maple syrup, and bacon makes for an addictive treat that everyone will love. Get ready to elevate your popcorn game!
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Buttered Popcorn Creme Brulee

Buttered Popcorn Creme Brulee | Baking a Moment
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This Buttered Popcorn Creme Brulee is a sweet and salty twist on a classic dessert. Silky custard is infused with buttered popcorn and topped with a crackly caramelized sugar crust for the perfect textural contrast. This unique treat is sure to be a conversation starter!
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Trail Mix Energy Bites

Trail Mix Energy Bites | gimmesomeoven.com
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These Trail Mix Energy Bites are a quick and easy treat that will satisfy your sweet and salty cravings! Made with ingredients like peanut butter, chocolate chips, pretzels, and honey, they’re perfect as an appetizer, breakfast, or dessert. This recipe makes 20-25 energy bites, so you’ll have plenty to share (or not!).
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About Jenny deRemer

I am a Charleston, South Carolina-based culinary novice, an ardent authority on all things travel, a designer by trade, and the creator of Not Entirely Average. I have a weakness for farmers' markets, delight in adventures way off the beaten path, enjoy documenting my many moods through photography, and have been known to conquer the occasional yard sale with gusto!

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