Blackberry Pretzel Dessert Recipe
Indulge in the perfect mix of sweet and salty with this delightful Blackberry Pretzel Dessert. A crunchy pretzel crust is topped with a creamy, tangy layer of cream cheese and a refreshing blackberry gelatin. This dessert is a sure crowd-pleaser for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 30 minutes (including chilling)
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling, Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Pretzel Crust:
- 2 cups crushed pretzels
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
Cream Cheese Layer:
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 container (8 oz) whipped topping (such as Cool Whip)
Blackberry Gelatin Topping:
- 1 package (6 oz) blackberry gelatin (or 2 boxes of 3 oz)
- 2 cups boiling water
- 2 cups fresh blackberries (plus extra for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the Pretzel Crust: Combine crushed pretzels, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Press into a baking dish and bake for 10 minutes.
- Make the Cream Cheese Layer: Beat cream cheese until smooth, mix in powdered sugar, then fold in the whipped topping. Spread over the cooled crust.
- Prepare the Gelatin Topping: Dissolve blackberry gelatin in boiling water, stir in fresh blackberries, and pour over the cream cheese layer.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate for at least 4 hours until set. Garnish with additional blackberries before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese layer fully covers the crust to prevent sogginess.
- For a smoother topping, use seedless blackberry preserves instead of whole fruit.
- The dessert can be made a day ahead and stored in the fridge.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
