Black Cherry Layered Pretzel Dessert
Indulge in the perfect balance of sweet, salty, and fruity with this Black Cherry Layered Pretzel Dessert—a show-stopping treat that's as beautiful as it is delicious. Featuring a buttery pretzel crust for a salty crunch, a luscious layer of creamy, tangy cream cheese filling, and a vibrant black cherry gelatin topping studded with juicy cherries, this layered masterpiece is a must-try for dessert lovers. Each bite is a medley of textures and flavors, making it an irresistible choice for potlucks, holiday gatherings, or family dinners. Quick to assemble with just 30 minutes of prep time and ideal for serving chilled, this dessert offers a crowd-pleasing combination that's bursting with black cherry goodness.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Crushed pretzels
- 0.75 cup Unsalted butter, melted
- 3 tablespoons Granulated sugar (for crust)
- 8 ounces Cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup Granulated sugar (for filling)
- 8 ounces Whipped topping (e.g., Cool Whip), thawed
- 6 ounces Black cherry gelatin mix
- 2 cups Boiling water
- 2 cups Cold water
- 21 ounces Canned black cherries, with juice
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a medium bowl, combine the crushed pretzels, melted butter, and 3 tablespoons of granulated sugar. Mix well to coat the pretzels.
Press the pretzel mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish to form an even crust.
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and let it cool completely.
In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and 1 cup of granulated sugar together until smooth and creamy.
Fold in the thawed whipped topping until fully combined.
Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cooled pretzel crust, ensuring the edges are sealed to prevent the gelatin layer from seeping through.
In a separate bowl, dissolve the black cherry gelatin in 2 cups of boiling water. Stir until completely dissolved.
Add 2 cups of cold water to the gelatin mixture and mix well.
Stir in the canned black cherries along with their juice.
Carefully pour the gelatin-cherry mixture over the cream cheese layer, being cautious not to disturb the layers.
Refrigerate the dessert for at least 4 hours, or until the gelatin is fully set.
Slice into squares and serve chilled. Enjoy your Black Cherry Layered Pretzel Dessert!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
403 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 20.7 g | 27% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.8 g | 64% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 54 mg | 18% | |
| Sodium | 415 mg | 18% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 52.1 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.3 g | ||
| Protein | 3.6 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 35 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 115 mg | 2% | |
*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.
