Lemon Pretzel Dessert: The Best Sweet and Salty Treat at Home
A delightful combination of sweet and salty, this Lemon Pretzel Dessert will become your new favorite treat.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups crushed pretzels
- 3/4 cup melted butter
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup whipped topping
- 1 package (3.4 ounces) lemon instant pudding mix
- 2 cups milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Combine crushed pretzels, melted butter, and granulated sugar in a mixing bowl.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking dish to form the crust.
- Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then remove and let cool.
- In another bowl, mix cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Fold in whipped topping, then spread the mixture over the cooled pretzel crust.
- In a separate bowl, whisk lemon pudding mix and milk together until thickened.
- Pour the lemon pudding over the cream cheese layer and spread evenly.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, try garnishing with lemon zest on top before serving.
- Ensure the cream cheese is softened for easier mixing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15 grams
- Sodium: 300 milligrams
- Fat: 12 grams
- Saturated Fat: 7 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 33 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 3 grams
- Cholesterol: 30 milligrams
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