Pretzel Dessert Recipe

Reviewed on Apr. 14, 2013 by dovecanyon

@sue311- the easiest way to crush the pretzels is to put them in a zip-lock bag and wack them with a wine bottle. (After a couple glasses of wine, this is kinda fun.) I wasn't sure about the cubed butter, as one other person said- so I got the butter while cold and cut it up in very small bits; by the time it was all mixed up it had softened and mixed in quite well, and the pressing into the pan finished it nicely- no lumps of butter to bite into. This was delicious made as written, and we will be having it often.

Reviewed on Feb. 25, 2013 by piticap

I MADE IT WITH WHIPPED CREAM INSTEAD OF THE WHIPPED TOPPING (1-1/2 CUPS CREAM MEASURED BEFORE BEATING) AND ADDED SOME EXTRA WHITE SUGAR (1/2 CUP). IT WAS A SUCCESS!!!! WILL DO IT AGAIN AND AGAIN!!!

Reviewed on Feb. 06, 2013 by pamalbright7162

This was a huge hit!!! Very yummy!

Reviewed on Jan. 31, 2013 by zoeynoel

I am making for first time. Do you melt butter for crust? Does it stay crunchy? Do you bake the crust? I don't think I would like to eat a cube of butter. Please help as I am making for a baby shower on Saturday!

Reviewed on Jan. 24, 2013 by lkfc

Great dessert. Use pretzels without salt and you'll get a great crust.

Reviewed on Jan. 18, 2013 by mommyray04

This was great, will make again. I melted the butter for the crust, so I'm not sure if it is supposed to have a crunchy crust or not, but it is really good. Especially liked that my son will eat this, since he doesn't like chocolate!

Reviewed on Jan. 14, 2013 by wombie

My family loved this, we will be making it again very soon!

Reviewed on Jan. 10, 2013 by ldaiello

took it to a meeting and it was gone in no time. thanks for recipe

Reviewed on Jan. 10, 2013 by krazykrisy

I make a similar dessert to this one using coolwhip and creamcheese, with a touch of lemon juice or zest. The topping is strawberry jello with strawberries. I imagine this is just as good. It is an always requested dessert at gatherings.

Reviewed on Jan. 10, 2013 by Mercilee

This sounds soooo delicioius but makes more

than I would want. Has anyone frozen the

amount leftover? If so is it as good when

defrosted? Thanks for the reply

Reviewed on Jan. 10, 2013 by redhead4101

If I were to use Cool Whip, a regular sized tub, would this take place of 2 envelopes Whipped topping and milk along with vanilla? This sounds so great and really want to make this for this weekend but I always use the low fat Kool Whip. Thanks!

Reviewed on Jan. 09, 2013 by bleewkerr

Has anyone tried this using Cool Whip instead of Dream Whip? If so what are the proportions?

Thanks. Barbara

Reviewed on Jan. 09, 2013 by evilnmean

I put my crackers, nuts and cookies (pretzels work too) in a sealable sandwich or   quart bag.  I can crush them to my desired amount and then all I have to do is throw away the bag or if there are leftovers seal them up and store them

Reviewed on Jan. 09, 2013 by Sue Zappa

The easiest way to crush pretzels is to put them in the blender or food processor. No mess, although you have to clean the appliance. I used my blender to finely chop pecans for Christmas cookies this year & everyone was very pleased with the results.

Reviewed on Jan. 09, 2013 by sue311

I too have been enjoying this recipe for many years. It is really good with peaches & peach jello and also blueberries with strawberry or raspberry jello in place of the pie filling. Does anyone have a good way to way to crush the pretzels? I end up with them all over the place!

Reviewed on Jan. 09, 2013 by thomsmom

This brought back memoriies of a desert a neighbor made. Any one with specific health problems can benefit from the alternatives given the rest can enjoy. Remember moderation in all things including moderation - any expert in nutrition will tell you a little splurge is good now and then.

Reviewed on Jan. 09, 2013 by idolovedessert

I am also a super dessert lover, and I don't think sweet desserts should always be a big concern to our health. That's why I try my best, most of the time, to search and make healthy and delicious desserts for myself and my family. I think that's the true love to my family.

Reviewed on Jan. 09, 2013 by cojon

If you must watch your salt intake, but love the crunch of pretzels, use no-salt pretzels, that's what I do, and my grandson, who is very picky eater, loves the no-salt pretzels. Great recipe!

Reviewed on Jan. 09, 2013 by grannybto5

My cousin makes something similar to this and I am going to make it with my grandchildren next month when we have our Valentines day brunch with granny, :) I love this dessert.

Reviewed on Jan. 09, 2013 by jackofalltrades

I'm not bragging, just admitting that I am a salt addict. This is not too salty and I do not limit my carbs. I eat everything in moderation. Please don't criticize this normal dessert. It is very tasty and guiltless for normal people. I'm 64, I know these things.

Reviewed on Jan. 09, 2013 by freeasafart

 Can't wait till the Grandchildren visit so we can make this together.

Reviewed on Jan. 09, 2013 by jmpearce

Great recipe!

Reviewed on Jan. 09, 2013 by eyeball4

i make this with graham crackers--cut down on the salt, which I need to watch-- but this was yummy. 

Reviewed on Jan. 09, 2013 by patscooking

I have been making a similar recipe with a graham cracker crust for years and it is always a hit. I can't wait to try this with the pretzel crust.  I think everyone knows that this has carbs in it and sometimes it's alright to eat them as long as you don't eat the entire dessert yourself.

Reviewed on Jan. 09, 2013 by Durbymom

This is very good and a treat! Certainly not to eat everyday!

Reviewed on Jan. 09, 2013 by Lovepeto

I've always made a version of this w/strawberries and strawberry jello. Can't wait to try this version. A few carbs now and then are good !

Reviewed on Jan. 09, 2013 by wildviolet

Have been making this same dessert for years. You can never go wrong with this one, will never have left overs!

Reviewed on Jan. 09, 2013 by Huskerfan747

Have made this recipe with red raspberries and strawberries as well as cherries and found it to be a hit each and every time.

Reviewed on Apr. 08, 2012 by Haman

I love the pretzel and cherry combination. I used Cool Whip in place if the topping mix. The next time I make it, I will cut the sugar to 6 tablespoons, the confectioners sugar to 1/2-cup and use 2 cans of cherry pie filling. I don't like things very sweet which is why I will cut the sugar.

Reviewed on May. 05, 2011 by kmccullah77

This is a family dinner favorite. Easy and yummy.

Reviewed on Nov. 24, 2010 by katinahall

My Grandmother made this for me Christmas 2000, I have made it for my Family every year. When she passed I Received Her Copy of 2002 Taste of home, Annual Recipe book! That Book is my Cooking Bible, An being an Army Wife of 10years,I have cooked almost every thing out of it, an never once, have i had an unhappy camper!! :)

Reviewed on Oct. 24, 2010 by wildviolet

This is so easy to prepare. I really love the pretzel crust. Never had any one say they did not like it, big hit with kids,potluck or holiday. Highly recommend!

Reviewed on Jul. 19, 2010 by merricrocker

I took this to a church potluck dinner and it was the hit of the dessert table! It was easy to make, but looked like I went to a lot of trouble. Many people (guys & gals!) wanted the recipe. It is definitely a keeper with my bunch!