Cherry Pretzel Dessert
Indulge in the perfect balance of sweet-meets-salty with this irresistible Cherry Pretzel Dessert! Featuring a buttery, crunchy pretzel crust, a luscious cream cheese and whipped topping filling, and a vibrant layer of cherry pie filling, this no-fail dessert is a crowd-pleasing favorite. Ready in just 30 minutes of prep time, it's perfect for potlucks, holidays, or any time you crave a layered dessert that combines creamy, fruity, and crisp textures. With its visually stunning layers and a delightful mix of flavors, this Cherry Pretzel Dessert is as delicious as it is easy to make. Refrigerated to perfection and served chilled, it’s guaranteed to be the star of your dessert table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups crushed pretzels
- 0.75 cups granulated sugar
- 0.75 cups unsalted butter
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 8 oz whipped topping (e.g., Cool Whip), thawed
- 21 oz cherry pie filling
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a mixing bowl, combine the crushed pretzels with 0.75 cups of granulated sugar to form the crust.
Melt the unsalted butter in a small saucepan or microwave, then pour the melted butter over the pretzel mixture. Stir until well combined.
Press the pretzel mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish to create an even crust.
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and let it cool completely before proceeding.
While the crust cools, prepare the filling. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with the powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
Fold in the thawed whipped topping until well combined and fluffy.
Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cooled pretzel crust, making sure to seal the edges completely to prevent the cherry topping from seeping through.
Gently spoon the cherry pie filling over the cream cheese layer and spread it out evenly using a spatula.
Cover the dessert with plastic wrap or foil and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.
Slice into squares and serve chilled. Enjoy your Cherry Pretzel Dessert!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4478 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 180.4 g | 231% | |
| Saturated Fat | 106.4 g | 532% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 437 mg | 146% | |
| Sodium | 5606 mg | 244% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 710.2 g | 258% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.4 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 447.4 g | ||
| Protein | 38.8 g | 78% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 400 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 17.3 mg | 96% | |
| Potassium | 1100 mg | 23% | |
*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.
