Best 4 Chocolate Pretzel Crust Pie Recipe By Tasty Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with the ultimate combination of sweet and salty in the form of a Chocolate Pretzel Crust Pie. This delectable dessert features a rich and creamy chocolate ganache filling nestled atop a crunchy pretzel crust. As you sink your fork into the velvety chocolate, you'll be greeted by a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more. The pretzel crust adds a delightful textural contrast, creating a truly unique and unforgettable treat. This recipe also includes variations for a No-Bake version and a Salted Caramel filling, so you can customize your pie to your liking. Get ready to indulge in a sensational dessert experience that will satisfy your sweet cravings and leave you wanting seconds.

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EASY CHOCOLATE PIE RECIPE WITH PRETZEL CRUST



Easy Chocolate Pie Recipe with Pretzel Crust image

This easy Chocolate Pie Recipe with Pretzel Crust is the perfect duo! The simplicity of the chocolate pie filling with the salty pretzel crust is incredible! Make it ahead and place it in the fridge or freezer to enjoy with family and friends at your next party or holiday gathering.

Provided by Julie Blanner

Categories     Dessert

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 1/2 cup pretzels
13 tablespoon butter
1/4 cup brown sugar (packed)
8 ounce chocolate wafers
1 cup heavy cream

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Crush pretzels until fine in a food processor.
  • Melt butter and fold pretzels in.
  • Stir in brown sugar.
  • Press into pie dish with a spoon, pushing the base of the crust to create a slight wall.
  • Bake 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, bring cream to a boil.
  • Pour chocolate wafers into a bowl and cover with heavy cream. Whisk until smooth.
  • Pour chocolate mixture into pie crust and refrigerate 4 hours or overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 512 kcal, Carbohydrate 48 g, Protein 5 g, Fat 34 g, SaturatedFat 20 g, Cholesterol 91 mg, Sodium 690 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 16 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CHOCOLATE PRETZEL CRUST PIE RECIPE BY TASTY



Chocolate Pretzel Crust Pie Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: pretzel, butter, brown sugar, cornstarch, sugar, salt, egg yolks, milk, bittersweet chocolate, vanilla extract, butter, lemon juice

Provided by Jessica Maroney

Categories     Desserts

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

5 cups pretzel, crushed
8 tablespoons butter, melted
⅓ cup brown sugar
¼ cup cornstarch
1 ½ cups sugar
¼ teaspoon salt
4 egg yolks
3 cups milk
7 oz bittersweet chocolate, chopped
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • Combine pretzels, butter, and brown sugar. Press mixture into pie pan.
  • Bake for 10 minutes or until golden. Let cool to room temperature.
  • Whisk cornstarch, sugar, and salt in a medium saucepan.
  • Mix in egg yolks and milk, and heat mixture on medium heat. Gently mix for about 6 minutes or until the mixture thickens like a pudding.
  • Once thick, take the mixture off the heat and immediately add your chocolate, vanilla, butter, and lemon juice.
  • Mix until ingredients are incorporated into a smooth pudding texture.
  • Pour filling into the cooled crust and smooth with a spatula as desired. (Any extra filling can be saved in cups and eaten immediately, or chilled for pudding cups.)
  • Let the pie chill in the fridge uncovered for at least 4 hours.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 611 calories, Carbohydrate 80 grams, Fat 29 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 11 grams, Sugar 39 grams

CHOCOLATE PIE WITH PRETZEL CRUST



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Make and share this Chocolate Pie With Pretzel Crust recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mercy

Categories     Pie

Time 1h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

13 ounces pretzels, crushed
3 tablespoons sugar
1/3 cup melted butter or 1/3 cup margarine
2/3 cup sugar
4 tablespoons cornstarch
2 1/2 cups milk
3 ounces unsweetened chocolate, cut in small pieces
3 egg yolks, slightly beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Mix the crust ingredients together.
  • Press half of the mixture into a 9-inch pie plate.
  • Bake at 350°F for 8 minutes.
  • For the filling, combine the sugar, cornstarch, milk and cornstarch in the top of a double boiler.
  • Cook over boiling water until the mixture has thickened, stirring constantly.
  • Cover and cook for 15 minutes.
  • Stir a bit of the hot chocolate mixture into the egg yolks in order to temper (raise the temperature of) the eggs and keep them from scrambling.
  • Add the tempered yolks to the chocolate mixture, stirring constantly and thoroughly.
  • Cool the mixture.
  • Add the vanilla extract to the chocolate and mix thoroughly.
  • Pour the chocolate filling into the pretzel crust.
  • Top with the remaining pretzel mixture.
  • Chill before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 464.3, Fat 18.8, SaturatedFat 10.8, Cholesterol 101.8, Sodium 727.5, Carbohydrate 69.1, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 22.9, Protein 9.7

EASY PEANUT BUTTER & PRETZEL PIE



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My crispy, salty pretzel crust just begs for a creamy no-bake peanut butter filling and a layer of chocolate ganache. - Gina Nistico, Taste of Home Food Editor

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2-3/4 cups crushed pretzel sticks
1 cup sugar, divided
3/4 cup butter, melted
1 envelope unflavored gelatin
1/4 cup cold water
1 cup creamy peanut butter
1/4 cup butter, softened
2 ounces cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup heavy whipping cream, divided
1/2 cup milk chocolate chips
Additional crushed pretzel sticks, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Combine crushed pretzels and 1/3 cup sugar with melted butter. Using the bottom of a glass, press onto bottom and up the sides of a greased 9-in. deep-dish pie plate. Bake until set, 12-15 minutes. Cool completely on a wire rack., Meanwhile, sprinkle gelatin over cold water; let stand 5 minutes. Beat peanut butter, softened butter, cream cheese and remaining sugar until smooth. Gradually beat in 1/2 cup cream. Microwave gelatin on high until melted, about 10 seconds; stir into peanut butter mixture. Transfer to crust., Microwave chocolate chips and remaining cream on high; stir until smooth. Cool slightly. Spread chocolate mixture over peanut butter mixture. If desired, top with additional crushed pretzels. Refrigerate, covered, until set, about 3 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 750 calories, Fat 54g fat (26g saturated fat), Cholesterol 96mg cholesterol, Sodium 738mg sodium, Carbohydrate 60g carbohydrate (36g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

Tips:

  • For the best results, use high-quality chocolate. A good chocolate will have a smooth, rich flavor and will melt easily.
  • If you don't have a food processor, you can crush the pretzels by hand. Place them in a large zip-top bag and use a rolling pin to crush them into fine crumbs.
  • When making the chocolate ganache, be sure to use heavy cream. Half-and-half or milk will not work as well.
  • To make the pie easier to slice, chill it for at least 2 hours before serving.

Conclusion:

This chocolate pretzel crust pie is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The chocolate ganache filling is rich and creamy, and the pretzel crust adds a salty-sweet flavor that is sure to please everyone. Whether you're serving it for a special occasion or just as a weeknight treat, this pie is sure to be a hit.

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