Chocolate Pie with Rold Gold Pretzel Crust
Experience the perfect harmony of sweet, salty, and indulgent with this Chocolate Pie with Rold Gold Pretzel Crust. This no-fuss dessert features a buttery, golden crust made from finely crushed Rold Gold pretzels, offering a salty crunch that beautifully complements the creamy, rich chocolate filling. With just six simple ingredients, the silky ganache center melts in your mouth, enhanced with a touch of vanilla and optional garnishes like whipped cream or a sprinkle of sea salt to elevate its flavor. Ready to impress in under 30 minutes of active prep time, this pie is the ultimate treat for any occasion, combining ease with decadence. Whether for a dinner party or a quiet night in, this pretzel-chocolate masterpiece will satisfy every craving.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Rold Gold pretzels
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1.5 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1.25 cups heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt (optional, for garnish)
- 1 cup whipped cream (optional, for topping)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Place the Rold Gold pretzels in a food processor and pulse until you have fine crumbs.
Transfer the pretzel crumbs to a mixing bowl and stir in the granulated sugar and melted butter until the mixture is evenly combined.
Press the pretzel mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish to form the crust.
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until lightly golden and set. Remove from the oven and let it cool completely.
To prepare the chocolate filling, heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until it's hot but not boiling. Remove from heat.
Add the semi-sweet chocolate chips to a mixing bowl. Pour the hot cream over the chocolate and let it sit for 2-3 minutes to melt the chocolate.
Whisk the chocolate and cream mixture until smooth and glossy. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Pour the chocolate filling into the cooled pretzel crust and spread it out evenly with a spatula.
Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours, or until the filling is set and firm.
Before serving, garnish with a sprinkle of sea salt (optional) and add a dollop of whipped cream to each slice if desired.
Slice, serve, and enjoy a perfect balance of creamy, sweet, and salty!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5639 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 332.7 g | 427% | |
| Saturated Fat | 201.3 g | 1007% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 643 mg | 214% | |
| Sodium | 8912 mg | 387% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 613.6 g | 223% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 33.9 g | 121% | |
| Total Sugars | 206.8 g | ||
| Protein | 56.3 g | 113% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 176 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 24.8 mg | 138% | |
| Potassium | 862 mg | 18% | |
*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.
