Description
Indulge in the perfect balance of sweet and salty with this delightful Blackberry Pretzel Dessert. A crunchy pretzel crust, creamy cheesecake layer, and fruity blackberry topping create a flavor sensation that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
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Pretzel Crust:
- 2 1/2 cups crushed pretzels
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
Cheesecake Layer:
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 container (8 oz) whipped topping, thawed
Blackberry Topping:
- 1 package (6 oz) blackberry-flavored gelatin
- 2 cups boiling water
- 2 1/2 cups fresh blackberries, halved or chopped if large
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Prepare the Pretzel Crust: Combine crushed pretzels, melted butter, and granulated sugar in a bowl. Press mixture into a 9×13-inch baking dish. Bake for 10 minutes, then cool.
- Make the Cheesecake Layer: Beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Fold in whipped topping and spread over the cooled crust. Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
- Prepare the Blackberry Topping: Dissolve blackberry gelatin in boiling water. Cool to room temperature, then stir in blackberries. Pour over the cream cheese layer.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate for at least 4 hours until set. Slice and serve chilled.
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese layer completely covers the crust to prevent sogginess.
- For a variation, add blueberries or raspberries with the blackberries.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
