Best 9 Pretzel Gelatin Dessert Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our pretzel gelatin dessert, a harmonious blend of sweet and tangy flavors. This dessert captivates the senses with its unique combination of textures, from the soft and jiggly gelatin to the crunchy pretzel crust. The vibrant colors of the fruit filling add a touch of visual appeal, making it a feast for the eyes as well. With its ease of preparation and customizable variations, this versatile dessert is perfect for any occasion, whether it's a family gathering, a special celebration, or a simple treat to satisfy your sweet cravings. Discover the magic of this pretzel gelatin dessert and embark on a taste sensation that will leave you craving for more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

STRAWBERRY PRETZEL DESSERT



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Need to bring a dish to pass this weekend? This make-ahead strawberry pretzel salad will disappear quickly at any potluck. -Aldene Belch, Flint, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups crushed pretzels (about 8 ounces)
3/4 cup butter, melted
3 tablespoons sugar
FILLING:
2 cups whipped topping
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 cup sugar
TOPPING:
2 packages (3 ounces each) strawberry gelatin
2 cups boiling water
2 packages (16 ounces each) frozen sweetened sliced strawberries, thawed
Optional: Additional whipped topping and pretzels

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the pretzels, butter and sugar. Press into an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake at 350° for 10 minutes. Cool on a wire rack. , For filling, in a small bowl, beat whipped topping, cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Spread over pretzel crust. Refrigerate until chilled. , For topping, dissolve gelatin in boiling water in a large bowl. Stir in sweetened strawberries; chill until partially set. Carefully spoon over filling. Chill until firm, 4-6 hours. Cut into squares; if desired, serve with additional whipped topping and pretzels.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 295 calories, Fat 15g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 39mg cholesterol, Sodium 305mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

PRETZEL DESSERT



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Save both time and money with a big batch of this sweet and salty, creamy and crunchy treat. Any dessert that is left over is super the next day, too. -Rita Winterberger, Huson, Montana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups crushed pretzels, divided
3/4 cup sugar
3/4 cup butter, melted
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
1 can (21 ounces) cherry pie filling

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, toss 1-1/2 cups pretzels with sugar and melted butter. Press into an ungreased 13x9-in. dish., In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and confectioners' sugar until smooth. Fold in whipped topping., Spread half of the mixture over pretzel layer. Top with pie filling; spread with remaining cream cheese mixture. Sprinkle with remaining pretzels. Refrigerate, covered, overnight before serving.,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 314 calories, Fat 16g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 38mg cholesterol, Sodium 290mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

STRAWBERRY-PRETZEL SALAD



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This phenomenal berry dish may have the word salad in the name, but it's okay if you call it a strawberry pretzel dessert instead. It's a great option if you need a sweet treat, and your oven is already full of tasty dishes. With a little prep, you'll be enjoying your Strawberry-Pretzel Salad in no time. The irresistible blend of creamy, crunchy, sweet and salty make it a hit for any season and occasion.

Provided by Jessica Walker

Categories     Dessert

Time 6h40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 packages (4-serving size each) Jell-O® strawberry-flavored gelatin
2 cups boiling water
2 boxes (16 oz each) frozen sweetened strawberries, thawed
2 cups pretzels, crushed
3/4 cup butter, melted
3 tablespoons sugar
1 container (8 oz) Cool Whip frozen whipped topping, thawed
1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
1 cup sugar

Steps:

  • Dissolve gelatin in boiling water. Stir in strawberries; refrigerate until partially set, about 1 hour 45 minutes.
  • Heat oven to 350° F. In medium bowl, mix Crust ingredients. Press into ungreased 13 x 9-inch baking dish. Bake 10 minutes. Cool on cooling rack.
  • In medium bowl, beat Filling ingredients with electric mixer on medium speed until smooth. Spread over cooled crust. Cover and refrigerate until cool and gelatin topping in bowl is partially set.
  • Carefully spoon gelatin topping over filling. Refrigerate 4 to 6 hours or until firm. To serve, cut into 4 rows by 3 rows.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 480, Carbohydrate 66 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Fat 4 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 360 mg, Sugar 53 g, TransFat 1/2 g

PRETZEL GELATIN DESSERT



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This is one of my mother's absolute favorite desserts. The salty pretzel crust is the perfect complement to the sweet cream cheese filling. -Erin Frakes, Moline, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups crushed pretzels
3/4 cup butter, melted
2 tablespoons sugar
FILLING:
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 cup sugar
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
TOPPING:
2 packages (3 ounces each) strawberry gelatin
2 cups boiling water
1/2 cup cold water
Optional: Fresh strawberries and additional whipped topping

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Mix crushed pretzels, melted butter and sugar; press onto bottom of an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake 10 minutes. Cool completely. , For filling, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Stir in whipped topping; spread over crust. Refrigerate, covered, until cold. , In a small bowl, dissolve gelatin in boiling water. Stir in cold water; refrigerate until partially set. Pour carefully over filling. Refrigerate, covered, until firm, 4-6 hours., Cut into squares. If desired, serve with strawberries and additional whipped topping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 401 calories, Fat 22g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 50mg cholesterol, Sodium 401mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (37g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

PRETZEL DESSERT



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This is a festive, crunchy, and fruity dessert. The pretzels in this recipe provide a crust for the filling of gelatin and pineapple.

Provided by chris

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 11

Number Of Ingredients 9

½ (15 ounce) package pretzels, crushed
1 cup margarine, melted
¼ cup white sugar
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
1 (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
1 cup white sugar
2 cups boiling water
2 (10 ounce) packages frozen strawberries, thawed
1 (6 ounce) package strawberry flavored Jell-O®

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • In a medium bowl, combine crushed pretzels, melted margarine, and 1/4 cup sugar. Press mixture into a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  • Bake for 8 to 10 minutes. Let cool.
  • In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese, frozen whipped topping, and 1 cup sugar. Pour over pretzel crust.
  • In a large saucepan, combine boiling water and strawberry-flavored gelatin; bring to a boil. Stir in frozen strawberries. When it begins to thicken, pour over cream cheese filling. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 467.9 calories, Carbohydrate 52.7 g, Cholesterol 22.4 mg, Fat 28.7 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3.7 g, SaturatedFat 11.8 g, Sodium 331.2 mg, Sugar 50.4 g

STRAWBERRY PRETZEL DESSERT



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If you like "sweet" and "salty" all at one time, you will love this dessert! This dessert may be made 1 day ahead.

Provided by Texas_Mom_of_5

Categories     Gelatin

Time 30m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups crushed pretzels
3/4 cup margarine
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
8 ounces cream cheese (room temperature)
8 ounces Cool Whip
2 (3 ounce) boxes strawberry Jell-O gelatin dessert
2 cups boiling water
1 pint frozen sweetened strawberries (thawed)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Mix crushed pretzels, butter, and 1/2 C sugar. Pat into 9"x13" baking dish. Bake at 350 degrees for 8 minutes. Beat cream cheese, 1 C sugar, and Cool Whip together and spread on top of pretzel crust. Dissolve jello in 2 C boiling water. Add strawberries; chill until slightly set. Pour the jello mixture over the cream cheese mixture. Chill until hard.

STRAWBERRY PRETZEL JELL-O



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A crisp salty pretzel crust complements the creamy marshmallow-fluff-like "white" layer, with a tangy topping of strawberries in gelatin. Much like a strawberry cheesecake, but with the surprise of pretzels! For best results, make Strawberry Pretzel Jell-O only one day in advance, to preserve the crunchy texture of the pretzels.

Provided by Loves2Teach

Categories     Gelatin

Time 1h

Yield 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups pretzels, crushed (about 4 cups)
3/4 cup butter, melted
1/4 cup sugar
1 cup sugar
8 ounces cream cheese
Cool Whip
2 (3 ounce) packages strawberry Jell-O gelatin dessert
1 (16 ounce) package frozen sweetened strawberries
2 cups boiling water

Steps:

  • Crust: Combine pretzels, butter, and 1/4 cup sugar. Press into 9" x 13" baking dish and bake at 350 for 10 minutes. Cool to room temperature.
  • White Layer: Cream together cream cheese and 1 cup sugar.
  • Fold in Cool Whip. Spread over pretzel crust.
  • Red Layer: Dissolve gelatin in boiling water.
  • Stir in frozen strawberries, Chill until partially set (about 1 hour) and spread over white layer.
  • Chill until set and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 284.7, Fat 11.4, SaturatedFat 6.7, Cholesterol 30.8, Sodium 446.2, Carbohydrate 43.5, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 25, Protein 3.9

PRETZEL JELLO DESSERT



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Make and share this Pretzel Jello Dessert recipe from Food.com.

Provided by la petite chef

Categories     Gelatin

Time 1h

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 (3 ounce) packages strawberry Jell-O gelatin dessert
2 (10 ounce) frozen strawberries
3 -4 cups crushed pretzels
3/4 cup melted butter
3 tablespoons sugar
8 ounces cream cheese
1 cup sugar
8 ounces Cool Whip

Steps:

  • Prepare jello with frozen strawberries. Put in fridge until almost set.
  • Combine pretzels, butter and 3 Tbsp sugar and layer at bottom of glass dish.
  • Mix cream cheese, 1 cup sugar and cool whip.
  • Layer pretzel base, cream cheese mixture then jello mixture. Let set overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 707.5, Fat 29.2, SaturatedFat 18.4, Cholesterol 61.6, Sodium 1205.7, Carbohydrate 104.9, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 48.8, Protein 10.4

ORANGE GELATIN PRETZEL SALAD



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Salty pretzels pair nicely with the sweet fruit in this refreshing layered salad. It's a family favorite that is a slam-dunk at potlucks. -Peggy Boyd, Northport, Alabama

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3/4 cup butter, melted
1 tablespoon plus 3/4 cup sugar, divided
2 cups finely crushed pretzels
2 cups boiling water
2 packages (3 ounces each) orange gelatin
2 cans (8 ounces each) crushed pineapple, drained
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
2 cups whipped topping
Optional: Additional whipped topping and mandarin oranges

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Mix melted butter and 1 tablespoon sugar; stir in pretzels. Press onto bottom of an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake 10 minutes. Cool completely on a wire rack., In a large bowl, add boiling water to gelatin; stir 2 minutes to completely dissolve. Stir in fruit. Refrigerate until partially set, about 30 minutes. , Meanwhile, in a bowl, beat cream cheese and remaining sugar until smooth. Fold in whipped topping. Spread over crust., Gently spoon gelatin mixture over top. Refrigerate, covered, until firm, 2-4 hours. To serve, cut into squares. If desired, top with additional whipped topping and oranges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400 calories, Fat 21g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 50mg cholesterol, Sodium 402mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (38g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Tips:

  • Use fresh lemon juice: Fresh lemon juice will give your gelatin dessert a brighter flavor than bottled lemon juice.
  • Chill your gelatin mixture before adding it to the whipped cream: This will help prevent the gelatin from curdling.
  • Fold the whipped cream into the gelatin mixture gently: Overmixing can cause the gelatin to deflate.
  • Chill the gelatin dessert for at least 4 hours before serving: This will give it time to set properly.
  • Serve the gelatin dessert with your favorite toppings: Such as fresh berries, whipped cream, or chocolate syrup.

Conclusion:

Pretzel gelatin dessert is a fun and easy dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is made with just a few simple ingredients and can be customized to your liking. Whether you are serving it at a party or just enjoying it as a snack, pretzel gelatin dessert is sure to be a hit.

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