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Peanut Butter Pretzel Pie

Peanut Butter Pretzel Pie: No-Bake Sweet & Salty Indulgence

This Peanut Butter Pretzel Pie combines salty pretzels, creamy peanut butter, and rich chocolate for a delightful dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Pretzel Crust
  • 2 cups Crushed Pretzels Forms the salty base of the crust.
  • 0.5 cups Unsalted Butter Binds the pretzel crust.
Peanut Butter Filling
  • 0.75 cups Powdered Sugar Sweetens the filling.
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Must be softened for mixing.
  • 0.75 cups Creamy Peanut Butter Main flavor component.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Adds depth to flavors.
  • 1 cup Whipped Topping Can be substituted with homemade whipped cream.
Chocolate Layer
  • 1 box Instant Chocolate Pudding Creates a rich chocolate layer.
  • 2 cups Milk Use whole milk or almond milk.
Toppings
  • 1 cup Whipped Topping For additional creaminess on top.
  • 0.5 cups Crushed Pretzels Adds a crunchy texture contrast.
  • 0.25 cups Chocolate Sauce For drizzling.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Saucepan
  • Hand mixer
  • Baking Dish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper.
  2. Melt 0.5 cups of unsalted butter in a saucepan, stir in crushed pretzels, press into the dish and bake for 5 minutes. Allow to cool.
  3. In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, creamy peanut butter, and vanilla. Beat until smooth and fold in 1 cup of whipped topping.
  4. Spread peanut butter mixture over the crust, then whisk instant chocolate pudding with milk and pour over the peanut butter layer.
  5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set.
  6. Spread remaining whipped topping, sprinkle crushed pretzels, and drizzle chocolate sauce before serving.
  7. Slice and serve chilled for a delightful dessert.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 4gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 240mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure crushed pretzels are finely ground for a sturdy crust. Chill for at least three hours for best flavor and consistency.

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