Welcome to the world of pretzel desserts, where the salty crunch of pretzels meets the sweet indulgence of your favorite dessert flavors. Whether you're a pretzel purist or crave a unique twist on classic recipes, this article will guide you through the realm of pretzel-based treats. From delectable pretzel cookies and pies to innovative pretzel-crusted cheesecakes and savory pretzel bites, you'll discover a myriad of recipes that tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. So, grab your pretzels and prepare to embark on a culinary adventure like no other!
Let's cook with our recipes!
STRAWBERRY PRETZEL DESSERT
Need to bring a dish to pass this weekend? This make-ahead strawberry pretzel salad will disappear quickly at any potluck. -Aldene Belch, Flint, Michigan
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 30m
Yield 16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine the pretzels, butter and sugar. Press into an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake at 350° for 10 minutes. Cool on a wire rack. , For filling, in a small bowl, beat whipped topping, cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Spread over pretzel crust. Refrigerate until chilled. , For topping, dissolve gelatin in boiling water in a large bowl. Stir in sweetened strawberries; chill until partially set. Carefully spoon over filling. Chill until firm, 4-6 hours. Cut into squares; if desired, serve with additional whipped topping and pretzels.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 295 calories, Fat 15g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 39mg cholesterol, Sodium 305mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
PRETZEL DESSERT
This is a festive, crunchy, and fruity dessert. The pretzels in this recipe provide a crust for the filling of gelatin and pineapple.
Provided by chris
Categories Desserts
Time 30m
Yield 11
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- In a medium bowl, combine crushed pretzels, melted margarine, and 1/4 cup sugar. Press mixture into a 9x13 inch baking pan.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes. Let cool.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese, frozen whipped topping, and 1 cup sugar. Pour over pretzel crust.
- In a large saucepan, combine boiling water and strawberry-flavored gelatin; bring to a boil. Stir in frozen strawberries. When it begins to thicken, pour over cream cheese filling. Serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 467.9 calories, Carbohydrate 52.7 g, Cholesterol 22.4 mg, Fat 28.7 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3.7 g, SaturatedFat 11.8 g, Sodium 331.2 mg, Sugar 50.4 g
CHERRY PRETZEL DESSERT
I love this pretzel dessert. My aunt makes it every year at Thanksgiving and Christmas. It works great with strawberry and blueberry pie filling as well.
Provided by Bridgett Neto
Categories Desserts Pies Slab Pie Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 30
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Mix pretzels, melted butter, and sugar together in a bowl; press into the bottom of a 13x9-inch baking dish.
- Bake crust in preheated oven until lightly browned, about 10 minutes. Remove to cool completely.
- Stir cream cheese and confectioners' sugar together in a bowl. Fold whipped topping with the cream cheese mixture until smooth; spread over the cooled pretzel crust. Spread cherry pie filling over the cream cheese layer.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 154.1 calories, Carbohydrate 18.2 g, Cholesterol 16.3 mg, Fat 8.7 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 1.3 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 146.6 mg, Sugar 7.9 g
PRETZEL DESSERT
Save both time and money with a big batch of this sweet and salty, creamy and crunchy treat. Any dessert that is left over is super the next day, too. -Rita Winterberger, Huson, Montana
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 20m
Yield 16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large bowl, toss 1-1/2 cups pretzels with sugar and melted butter. Press into an ungreased 13x9-in. dish., In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and confectioners' sugar until smooth. Fold in whipped topping., Spread half of the mixture over pretzel layer. Top with pie filling; spread with remaining cream cheese mixture. Sprinkle with remaining pretzels. Refrigerate, covered, overnight before serving.,
Nutrition Facts : Calories 314 calories, Fat 16g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 38mg cholesterol, Sodium 290mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
PRETZEL GELATIN DESSERT
This is one of my mother's absolute favorite desserts. The salty pretzel crust is the perfect complement to the sweet cream cheese filling. -Erin Frakes, Moline, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 30m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. Mix crushed pretzels, melted butter and sugar; press onto bottom of an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake 10 minutes. Cool completely. , For filling, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Stir in whipped topping; spread over crust. Refrigerate, covered, until cold. , In a small bowl, dissolve gelatin in boiling water. Stir in cold water; refrigerate until partially set. Pour carefully over filling. Refrigerate, covered, until firm, 4-6 hours., Cut into squares. If desired, serve with strawberries and additional whipped topping.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 401 calories, Fat 22g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 50mg cholesterol, Sodium 401mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (37g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
FLUFFY PINK LEMONADE DESSERT WITH PRETZEL CRUST
The pretzel crust is a salty contrast to the sweet, fluffy filling in a pretty pink pie.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 3h15m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F. In food processor bowl with metal blade, place pretzels and sugar. Cover; process 15 to 20 seconds or until finely crushed. With food processor running, drizzle melted butter through feed tube, pulsing to mix well.
- Press crust mixture in bottom of ungreased 11x7-inch pan or glass baking dish. Bake 5 to 8 minutes or until set and golden brown. Cool completely, about 45 minutes.
- Remove foil wrapper from cream cheese package, place cream cheese in large microwavable bowl; microwave uncovered on Medium (50%) 45 seconds to 1 minute or until well softened. Stir until smooth. Beat dry pudding mix into cream cheese with electric mixer on medium speed until well incorporated. Add lemonade concentrate and food color. Beat on low speed until mixed. Beat on medium speed, about 2 minutes until fluffy. Gently stir in 2 cups of the whipped topping until smooth. Spread over crust. Spread remaining whipped topping over lemonade mixture. Refrigerate at least 2 hours or until set.
- Cut dessert into squares. Garnish each serving with lemon.
Nutrition Facts : Fat 4, ServingSize 1 Serving, TransFat 1 g
PRETZEL STRAWBERRY DESSERT
I have prepared this wonderful flavored dessert for my family for many years. It is often requested for special gatherings.-Amy Olson, Lousville, Kentucky
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 30m
Yield 18 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine the pretzels and butter. Press onto the bottom of a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Bake at 350° for 8-10 minutes or until set. Cool on a wire rack. In a bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Fold in whipped topping. Spread over cooled crust. Refrigerate until chilled., Drain pineapple, reserving juice; set pineapple aside. Add water to pineapple juice if necessary to measure 1 cup; stir into gelatin mixture. Refrigerate until partially set. Stir in reserved pineapple and strawberries. Carefully spoon over filling. Cover and refrigerate for 3-4 hours or until firm.
Nutrition Facts :
STRAWBERRY JELLO-PRETZEL DESSERT
This is a very good dessert if you are looking for something lite.
Provided by Cari Bower
Categories Fruit Desserts
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- 1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
- 2. Combine the melted butter, sugar and crushed pretzels. Press this mixture into a 9 x 13 inch baking pan and bake for 15 minutes. Let cool completely.
- 3. Prepare jello with frozen strawberries. Put in fridge until almost set.
- 4. Combine pretzels, butter and 3 Tbsp sugar and layer at bottom of glass dish.
- 5. Mix cream cheese, 1 cup sugar and cool whip.
- 6. Layer pretzel base, cream cheese mixture then jello mixture. Let set overnight.
STRAWBERRY JELLO PRETZEL DESSERT
Pretzel, brown sugar & butter crust, topped with a second layer of cream cheese & cool whip and a third layer of strawberry jello with fresh strawberries in it.
Provided by tomnjessica
Categories Gelatin
Time 2h15m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350.
- Mix crushed pretzels, margarine and brown sugar and press into 13" x 9" pan.
- Bake for 10 minutes.
- Mix cream cheese and sugar until well combined.
- Fold in cool whip.
- Spread over cooled crust.
- Place into refrigerator.
- Mix 2 cups boiling water with jello until dissolved.
- Add strawberries.
- Chill until jello begins to set.
- Pour over cream cheese/cool whip.
- Chill for at least 2 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 534.4, Fat 19.9, SaturatedFat 7.2, Cholesterol 14.7, Sodium 1059.9, Carbohydrate 81.8, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 35.7, Protein 9.8
STRAWBERRY PRETZEL DESSERT
If you like "sweet" and "salty" all at one time, you will love this dessert! This dessert may be made 1 day ahead.
Provided by Texas_Mom_of_5
Categories Gelatin
Time 30m
Yield 10-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Mix crushed pretzels, butter, and 1/2 C sugar. Pat into 9"x13" baking dish. Bake at 350 degrees for 8 minutes. Beat cream cheese, 1 C sugar, and Cool Whip together and spread on top of pretzel crust. Dissolve jello in 2 C boiling water. Add strawberries; chill until slightly set. Pour the jello mixture over the cream cheese mixture. Chill until hard.
CHERRY PRETZEL DESSERT
This is a very easy to make dessert that is good for a group. It has the right combination of sweet and salty!
Provided by Punky Julster
Categories Dessert
Time 30m
Yield 16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine pretzels, sugar and margarine.
- Set aside 1/2 cup for the topping.
- Press the remaining mixture into an ungreased 13x9 pan.
- In a mixing bowl, beat whipped topping mix, milk, and vanilla at high speed for about 4 minutes or until soft peaks form.
- Add cream cheese and confectioners sugar and beat until smooth.
- Spread half of the mixture over the crust.
- Top with cherry pie filling and the remaining cream cheese mixture.
- Sprinkle with the reserved pretzel mixture.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
STRAWBERRY PRETZEL DESSERT
Goes great for large family get- togethers.
Provided by Teri Baines
Categories Other Desserts
Time 1h40m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Mix crushed pretzels sugar and butter. Press into a 9x13 pan. Bake for 10 min. Beat the sugar and cream cheese. Fold in cool whip. Spread over cooled crust. Refridgerate 20 min. Stir together jello and boiling water. Mix in strawberries. Pour over cream cheese mixture. Refridgerate 1 hour.
BLUEBERRY PRETZEL DESSERT
I received this recipe from my sister-in-law many years ago, and it's been requested by my daughter for her birthday more than 20 times!-Janet Akey, Presque Isle, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 20m
Yield 12-15 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the pretzels and sugar; stir in butter. Press into a 13-in. x 9-in. dish; set aside. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and confectioners' sugar until smooth. , Fold in whipped topping. Spread over the crust. Top with pie filling. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes or until serving. Garnish with whipped topping if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 280 calories, Fat 14g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 33mg cholesterol, Sodium 247mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
STRAWBERRY PRETZEL DESSERT JARS
Need to bring a dish to pass this weekend? These make-ahead dessert jars will disappear quickly at any potluck. -Aldene Belch, Flint, Michigan
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 40m
Yield 32 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, combine pretzels, butter and sugar; spread onto a baking sheet. Bake until crisp and lightly browned, 12-15 minutes. Cool completely on a wire rack; break into small pieces., For filling, in a small bowl, beat whipped topping, cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Refrigerate until chilled. , For topping, in a large bowl, dissolve gelatin in boiling water. Stir in sweetened strawberries; chill until partially set, about 1 hour. Carefully layer pretzel mixture, filling and topping into 4-oz. glass jars. Chill until firm, at least 2 hours. If desired, serve with additional whipped topping and pretzels.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 172 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 151mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
BLUEBERRY CREAM CHEESE DESSERT WITH PRETZEL CRUST
Originally from Taste of Home but changed by me. I love blueberries so I added them to this dessert. Simply delicious! And the pretzel crust and topping is salty and sweet. The cooking time is chilling time in the refrigerator.
Provided by pamela t.
Categories Dessert
Time P1DT10m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Using a zip-loc bag and a rolling pin, crush pretzels. Add to a mixing bowl.
- Add sugar and melted butter, Mix. Set aside 1/2 C mixture for topping.
- Press the remaining pretzel mixture into a 13' x 9" dish.
- Using a stand mixer, beat whipped topping and cream cheese about 3 minutes.
- Add powdered sugar and vanilla.
- Spread one half of cream cheese mixture over pretzels in the dish.
- Top with the can of blueberry pie filling. Use the back of a spoon to gently spread it out.
- Top bluebarry mixture with the rest of the cream cheese mixture.
- Sprinkle with 1/2 C pretzel mixture.
- Refrigerate overnight.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 630.8, Fat 31.4, SaturatedFat 19.2, Cholesterol 93.1, Sodium 728.2, Carbohydrate 82, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 46.5, Protein 7.4
MAKEOVER STRAWBERRY PRETZEL DESSERT
This trimmed-down treat has just half the fat, a quarter of the cholesterol and a third fewer calories and carbohydrates, but it still tastes terrific.-Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Greendale, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 30m
Yield 18 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the pretzels, butter and 3 tablespoons sugar. Press into a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Bake at 400° for 18-20 minutes or until set. Cool on a wire rack. , In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar substitute and remaining sugar until smooth. Fold in whipped topping. Spread over cooled crust. Refrigerate until chilled., Drain pineapple, reserving juice; set pineapple aside. Add water to pineapple juice if necessary to measure 1 cup; pour into a saucepan. Bring to a boil. Pour into a large bowl; stir in gelatin until dissolved., Drain strawberries, reserving juice; set strawberries aside. Add water to strawberry juice if necessary to measure 1-1/2 cups; stir into gelatin mixture. Refrigerate until partially set. , Stir in reserved pineapple and strawberries. Carefully spoon over filling. Cover and refrigerate for 3-4 hours or until firm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 244 calories, Fat 12g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 29mg cholesterol, Sodium 262mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
BLACK CHERRY LAYERED PRETZEL DESSERT
Steps:
- HEAT oven to 375 degrees F. Pour cola in microwave-safe measuring cup or bowl. Let stand, stirring occasionally, while preparing crust. Combine crushed pretzels, sugar and butter until moistened. Press evenly in 8x8-inch baking pan. Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until lightly toasted. Cool completely.
- MICROWAVE cola on HIGH 2 minutes or until boiling. Pour over gelatin in medium bowl. Stir gently 2 to 3 minutes until gelatin is dissolved and foam disappears. Stir in black cherry topping. Chill 10 to 15 minutes or until just slightly thickened.
- MEASURE 1 1/4 cups whipped topping in small bowl. Add 1/2 cup gelatin mixture, stirring until evenly blended. Spread over cooled pretzel crust. Chill 10 minutes. Spoon remaining gelatin mixture over whipped topping layer. Chill 1 hour or until firm. Top with remaining 1 cup whipped topping.
RASPBERRY JELLO PRETZEL DESSERT
Make and share this Raspberry Jello Pretzel Dessert recipe from Food.com.
Provided by poohstixx
Categories Gelatin
Time 40m
Yield 1 9x13 pan, 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Melt the Jell-O in the boiling water and stir in the frozen raspberries. Chill this mixture in the refridgerator until cool and starting to firm up.
- Mix the crushed pretzels with the butter and 3 tablespoons of sugar. Press the pretzel mixture onto the bottom of a 9x13 baking pan. Bake at 400 degrees Ferenheit for 10 minutes. Cool.
- Blend the cream cheese, cup of sugar and Cool Whip with a hand mixer. Spread the cream cheese mixture on top of the cooled pretzel crust.
- Spead the firming jello mixture on top of the cream cheese mixture.
- Refridgerate to settle firming and serve chilled.
HERSHEY'S DESSERT NACHOS 3 WAYS: PRETZEL VARIATION
Semi-Sweet chocolate chips, chopped pecans, sprinkles, and caramel topping are piled over pretzel chips in this fun dessert nachos recipe.
Provided by HERSHEY'S Kitchens
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips
Time 11m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Arrange pretzels on a serving platter or shallow serving dish.
- In a small bowl, combine 1 cup HERSHEY'S Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips and shortening (do not use butter, margarine, spread or oil). Microwave at MEDIUM (50%) 30 seconds; stir. Microwave at MEDIUM an additional 10 seconds at a time, stirring after each heating, until chips are melted and smooth when stirred.
- Drizzle chocolate mixture over pretzels on the platter. Sprinkle with remaining HERSHEY'S Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips, pecans, and sprinkles. Drizzle with HERSHEY'S Caramel Ice Cream Topping if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 316.8 calories, Carbohydrate 41 g, Fat 17.3 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, Sodium 338.5 mg, Sugar 26.4 g
~ PINEAPPLE/STRAWBERRY PRETZEL DESSERT ~
A popular dessert anytime of the year. We enjoyed this dessert, following our traditional pork & homemade kraut, dumplings and many other fixings for New Years! Happy New Year!!!
Provided by Cassie *
Categories Fruit Desserts
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 400 degree F. Melt butter, add to crushed pretzels and sugar. Mix well. Press into a 9 x 13 baking dish. Bake for 8 minutes. Remove from oven to cool.
- 2. In a medium bowl, beat together cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Fold in cool whip. Spread over cooled crust, with an offset knife. Refrigerate.
- 3. In a medium bowl, mix together the water and jello. Stir in the strawberries and pineapple. Refrigerate until starting to set. Stir and spread over cream cheese filling.
- 4. Chill for 4 hours or until completely set. I always serve with a dollop of whipped cream. Enjoy!
Tips:
- Choose the right pretzel: For best results, use a hard pretzel that is not too salty.
- Soften the pretzels: To make them easier to work with, slightly soften the pretzels in a microwave or oven before dipping them in chocolate or caramel.
- Use high-quality chocolate: The quality of the chocolate you use will greatly affect the taste of your dessert. Choose a good-quality chocolate that you enjoy eating on its own.
- Be creative with your toppings: There are endless possibilities when it comes to toppings for pretzel desserts. Try using chopped nuts, sprinkles, crushed cookies, or even bacon!
- Serve immediately: Pretzel desserts are best served immediately after they are made. The pretzels will start to soften over time, so don't make them too far in advance.
Conclusion:
Pretzel desserts are a delicious and versatile treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are easy to make and can be customized to your own liking. With so many different recipes to choose from, you're sure to find a pretzel dessert that you'll love. So next time you're looking for a sweet and salty snack, reach for a pretzel dessert!
Are you curently on diet or you just want to control your food's nutritions, ingredients? We will help you find recipes by cooking method, nutrition, ingredients...
Check it out »
You'll also love