Description
Indulge in the perfect balance of sweet and salty with this delightful Lemon Pretzel Dessert. A buttery pretzel crust is topped with a luscious cream cheese layer, tangy lemon pudding, and finished with a light whipped cream garnish. This no-bake treat is a refreshing option for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Pretzel Crust:
- 2 cups crushed pretzels
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
Cream Cheese Layer:
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 container (8 oz) whipped topping, thawed
Lemon Pudding Layer:
- 1 box (3.4 oz) instant lemon pudding mix
- 1 cup cold milk
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Optional Garnish:
- Whipped cream
- Lemon slices
- Extra crushed pretzels
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the Pretzel Crust: Combine crushed pretzels, melted butter, and 1/4 cup sugar. Press into a 9×13-inch baking dish and bake for 10 minutes. Cool.
- Make the Cream Cheese Layer: Beat cream cheese and 1/2 cup sugar until smooth. Fold in whipped topping and spread over the pretzel crust.
- Prepare the Lemon Pudding: Whisk pudding mix, milk, lemon juice, and zest until thickened. Spread over the cream cheese layer.
- Chill and Garnish: Refrigerate for at least 4 hours. Garnish with whipped cream, lemon slices, or crushed pretzels.
Notes
- Seal the cream cheese layer well to maintain the crust’s texture.
- Enhance the lemon flavor with extra zest or lemon extract.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
