Description
This Lemon Pretzel Dessert is the perfect balance of sweet, salty, and tangy flavors! With a crunchy pretzel crust, a smooth cream cheese filling, and a bright lemon pie topping, this easy no-bake dessert is perfect for summer gatherings, potlucks, or anytime you need a refreshing treat.
Ingredients
2 ¾ cups crushed pretzels (divide 2 ½ cups for crust and 1/4 for garnish)
1 ¼ cups granulated sugar (divide 1/2 cup for crust and 3/4 cup for cream cheese filling)
¾ cup salted butter (melted and cooled)
12 ounces cream cheese (softened)
16 ounces (2 8-ounce) containers whipped topping (thawed, divide 12 ounces for filling and 4 ounces for garnish)
1 medium size lemon (thinly sliced into 12 slices, optional garnish)
22 ounces lemon pie filling (I used Lucky Leaf brand)
Instructions
- Preheat & Prep the Crust:
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Make the Pretzel Crust:
- Mix crushed pretzels and sugar in a bowl.
- Add melted butter and stir until well combined.
- Press mixture firmly into the baking dish.
- Bake for 10 minutes and let cool completely.
- Prepare the Cream Cheese Layer:
- Beat softened cream cheese for 1-1½ minutes until smooth.
- Add sugar and mix for another 2 minutes until fully incorporated.
- Gently fold in whipped topping with a spatula.
- Spread evenly over the cooled pretzel crust.
- Add the Lemon Topping:
- Spoon lemon pie filling over the cream cheese layer and spread evenly.
- Chill & Serve:
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours (overnight is best).
- Slice into 12 servings, garnish with lemon slices and extra whipped topping if desired.
Notes
Let the crust cool completely before adding the cream cheese layer to prevent sogginess.
For a homemade twist, use lemon curd instead of canned pie filling.
For extra tang, mix in a little lemon zest into the cream cheese layer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Chill Time: 4 hours
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12 servings
- Calories: 320 kcal
