Description
SUMMER Double Strawberry Pretzel Pie is a delightful no-bake dessert that masterfully blends the sweetness of fresh strawberries with the salty crunch of pretzels. This vibrant pie features a buttery pretzel crust filled with a creamy strawberry mixture and topped with fluffy whipped cream, making it the perfect treat for summer gatherings. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, this pie will impress family and friends alike with its refreshing flavors and beautiful presentation.
Ingredients
- 2 cups crushed pretzels
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ½ cup granulated sugar (divided)
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
- 3 oz strawberry gelatin
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 8 oz whipped topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix crushed pretzels, melted butter, and ¼ cup sugar. Press into a pie dish to form the crust and bake for 10 minutes until golden.
- Allow crust to cool completely. In another bowl, beat cream cheese with remaining sugar until smooth. Fold in whipped topping until well combined.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine sliced strawberries and gelatin; stir until dissolved. Let cool slightly before folding into the cream cheese mixture.
- Spread the filling over the cooled pretzel crust and refrigerate for at least two hours until set.
- Slice and serve chilled, optionally garnished with more whipped topping and fresh strawberry slices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 32mg
Keywords: - Substitute fresh strawberries with blueberries or raspberries for a different flavor twist. - Adding lemon zest can enhance freshness; consider using crushed graham crackers instead of pretzels for an alternate texture. - Ensure the crust is fully cooled before adding the filling to prevent any sogginess.