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Blackberry Pretzel Dessert

Irresistible Blackberry Pretzel Dessert for Sweet Cravings

This Blackberry Pretzel Dessert balances sweet and salty with a crunchy pretzel crust and creamy filling, perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 12 squares
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 2 cups Coarsely Crushed Pretzels use gluten-free pretzels for a gluten-free option
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar can substitute with coconut sugar for a lower glycemic option
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour use almond flour for a gluten-free version
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract substitute with almond extract for a different flavor profile
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter (melted) can substitute with coconut oil for a dairy-free option
For the Blackberry Topping
  • 2 cups Fresh Blackberries frozen blackberries can also be used
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar use honey or maple syrup as a natural sweetener
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice substitute with lime juice for a different twist
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch can be replaced with arrowroot powder for a gluten-free alternative
For the Cream Cheese Layer
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese (room temperature) use dairy-free cream cheese for a vegan version
  • 8 ounces Extra Creamy Cool Whip substitute with whipped coconut cream for a dairy-free option
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar can use a sugar alternative that measures like sugar

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • electric mixer
  • medium saucepan
  • Baking dish
  • food processor

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Blackberry Pretzel Dessert
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare a 9x13 baking dish by lightly spraying it with nonstick spray.
  2. Crush the pretzels until coarse, then mix with brown sugar, flour, and vanilla extract. Stir in melted butter and press into the baking dish, saving ½ cup for later.
  3. Bake the pretzel crust for about 10 minutes until slightly golden. Let it cool completely.
  4. In a saucepan, combine blackberries, granulated sugar, lemon juice, and cornstarch. Cook until thick and bubbly, about 5-7 minutes. Let cool slightly.
  5. Beat room temperature cream cheese until fluffy. Gradually blend in powdered sugar and fold in Cool Whip.
  6. Once the crust is cool, spread the cream cheese mixture on top. Spoon cooled blackberry topping over it, and sprinkle reserved pretzel crumbs on top.
  7. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
  8. Slice into squares and serve cold.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For optimal results, chill the dessert thoroughly and feel free to customize sweetness and ingredient variations as desired.

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