Pineapple Pretzel Salad
Indulge in the perfect blend of sweet, salty, and creamy flavors with this irresistible Pineapple Pretzel Salad! This no-fuss dessert salad features a crunchy, buttery pretzel crust that’s baked to golden perfection, topped with a luscious cream cheese and whipped topping layer, and finished with a generous spread of juicy, tropical crushed pineapple. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep time, this refreshing treat is ideal for potlucks, summer gatherings, or anytime you crave a unique twist on traditional desserts. The layered textures and bright pineapple flavor create a show-stopping dish that’s sure to wow your guests. Don’t forget to chill it for a couple of hours for the ultimate blend of flavors and perfect presentation!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups crushed pretzels
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 8 ounces frozen whipped topping, thawed
- 20 ounces crushed pineapple, drained
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the crushed pretzels, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Stir until evenly coated.
Spread the pretzel mixture evenly across the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish, pressing it down gently to create an even layer.
Bake the pretzel crust in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, then remove it and allow it to cool completely.
While the pretzel crust cools, prepare the creamy topping. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with the powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
Fold the thawed whipped topping into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined.
Spread the cream cheese topping evenly over the cooled pretzel crust, ensuring you cover the crust completely to form a seal (this helps prevent the pretzels from becoming soggy).
Evenly distribute the drained crushed pineapple over the cream cheese layer.
Refrigerate the salad for at least 2 hours to allow the layers to set and flavors to meld together.
Slice into squares and serve chilled. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3464 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 173.7 g | 223% | |
| Saturated Fat | 109.5 g | 548% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 375 mg | 125% | |
| Sodium | 5338 mg | 232% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 454.7 g | 165% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.0 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 204.2 g | ||
| Protein | 35.0 g | 70% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 340 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 10.9 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 641 mg | 14% | |
*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.
