Best 4 Chocolate Pretzel Crust Pie Recipe By Tasty Recipes

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Do you have a sweet tooth and a craving for something decadent? Look no further! In this article, we'll take you on a journey to create the ultimate chocolate pretzel crust pie recipe, inspired by the culinary geniuses at Tasty. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with a symphony of flavors that combines the richness of chocolate with the salty crunch of pretzels. We'll guide you through each step of the process, from gathering the necessary ingredients to assembling the pie and baking it to perfection. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, we'll provide you with all the tips and tricks you need to create a masterpiece that will impress your friends and family.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

CHOCOLATE PRETZEL CRUST PIE RECIPE BY TASTY



Chocolate Pretzel Crust Pie Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: pretzel, butter, brown sugar, cornstarch, sugar, salt, egg yolks, milk, bittersweet chocolate, vanilla extract, butter, lemon juice

Provided by Jessica Maroney

Categories     Desserts

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

5 cups pretzel, crushed
8 tablespoons butter, melted
⅓ cup brown sugar
¼ cup cornstarch
1 ½ cups sugar
¼ teaspoon salt
4 egg yolks
3 cups milk
7 oz bittersweet chocolate, chopped
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • Combine pretzels, butter, and brown sugar. Press mixture into pie pan.
  • Bake for 10 minutes or until golden. Let cool to room temperature.
  • Whisk cornstarch, sugar, and salt in a medium saucepan.
  • Mix in egg yolks and milk, and heat mixture on medium heat. Gently mix for about 6 minutes or until the mixture thickens like a pudding.
  • Once thick, take the mixture off the heat and immediately add your chocolate, vanilla, butter, and lemon juice.
  • Mix until ingredients are incorporated into a smooth pudding texture.
  • Pour filling into the cooled crust and smooth with a spatula as desired. (Any extra filling can be saved in cups and eaten immediately, or chilled for pudding cups.)
  • Let the pie chill in the fridge uncovered for at least 4 hours.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 611 calories, Carbohydrate 80 grams, Fat 29 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 11 grams, Sugar 39 grams

PRETZEL CRUST



Pretzel Crust image

Adds a salty and crunchy element to any pie. Makes a 9x13 inch pie crust, but recipe may be modified for use with a 9 inch pie dish.

Provided by TICKY TICKY TAMMY

Categories     Desserts     Pies     100+ Pie Crust Recipes     Crumb Crusts

Time 15m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 3

¾ cup margarine, softened
3 tablespoons brown sugar
2 ½ cups crushed pretzels

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a medium bowl, mix together margarine, sugar and pretzels. Press the mixture into a 9x13 inch baking pan. Bake in oven for 10 minutes; fill with desired pie filling.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90 calories, Carbohydrate 8.7 g, Fat 5.9 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 216.6 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

EASY PEANUT BUTTER & PRETZEL PIE



Easy Peanut Butter & Pretzel Pie image

My crispy, salty pretzel crust just begs for a creamy no-bake peanut butter filling and a layer of chocolate ganache. - Gina Nistico, Taste of Home Food Editor

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2-3/4 cups crushed pretzel sticks
1 cup sugar, divided
3/4 cup butter, melted
1 envelope unflavored gelatin
1/4 cup cold water
1 cup creamy peanut butter
1/4 cup butter, softened
2 ounces cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup heavy whipping cream, divided
1/2 cup milk chocolate chips
Additional crushed pretzel sticks, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Combine crushed pretzels and 1/3 cup sugar with melted butter. Using the bottom of a glass, press onto bottom and up the sides of a greased 9-in. deep-dish pie plate. Bake until set, 12-15 minutes. Cool completely on a wire rack., Meanwhile, sprinkle gelatin over cold water; let stand 5 minutes. Beat peanut butter, softened butter, cream cheese and remaining sugar until smooth. Gradually beat in 1/2 cup cream. Microwave gelatin on high until melted, about 10 seconds; stir into peanut butter mixture. Transfer to crust., Microwave chocolate chips and remaining cream on high; stir until smooth. Cool slightly. Spread chocolate mixture over peanut butter mixture. If desired, top with additional crushed pretzels. Refrigerate, covered, until set, about 3 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 750 calories, Fat 54g fat (26g saturated fat), Cholesterol 96mg cholesterol, Sodium 738mg sodium, Carbohydrate 60g carbohydrate (36g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

CHOCOLATE PIE WITH PRETZEL CRUST



Chocolate Pie With Pretzel Crust image

Make and share this Chocolate Pie With Pretzel Crust recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mercy

Categories     Pie

Time 1h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

13 ounces pretzels, crushed
3 tablespoons sugar
1/3 cup melted butter or 1/3 cup margarine
2/3 cup sugar
4 tablespoons cornstarch
2 1/2 cups milk
3 ounces unsweetened chocolate, cut in small pieces
3 egg yolks, slightly beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Mix the crust ingredients together.
  • Press half of the mixture into a 9-inch pie plate.
  • Bake at 350°F for 8 minutes.
  • For the filling, combine the sugar, cornstarch, milk and cornstarch in the top of a double boiler.
  • Cook over boiling water until the mixture has thickened, stirring constantly.
  • Cover and cook for 15 minutes.
  • Stir a bit of the hot chocolate mixture into the egg yolks in order to temper (raise the temperature of) the eggs and keep them from scrambling.
  • Add the tempered yolks to the chocolate mixture, stirring constantly and thoroughly.
  • Cool the mixture.
  • Add the vanilla extract to the chocolate and mix thoroughly.
  • Pour the chocolate filling into the pretzel crust.
  • Top with the remaining pretzel mixture.
  • Chill before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 464.3, Fat 18.8, SaturatedFat 10.8, Cholesterol 101.8, Sodium 727.5, Carbohydrate 69.1, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 22.9, Protein 9.7

Tips:

  • Chill the pretzels before crushing them. This will help them to break into smaller pieces and prevent them from becoming too powdery.
  • Use a food processor to crush the pretzels. This will ensure that they are evenly crushed and will help to create a smooth crust.
  • Do not overmix the pretzel crust. Overmixing will make the crust tough and dry.
  • Press the pretzel crust firmly into the pie plate. This will help to prevent it from cracking or crumbling.
  • Bake the pretzel crust for at least 10 minutes before filling it. This will help to set the crust and prevent it from becoming soggy.
  • Let the pie cool completely before serving. This will help the filling to set and will make the pie easier to slice.

Conclusion:

Chocolate pretzel pie is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of chocolate and pretzels is a classic flavor combination that is sure to please everyone. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious and impressive dessert that will wow your friends and family.

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