Name: Strawberry Pretzel Delight
Prep time: PT-481994H21M51S
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: PT-481994H21M51S
Ingredients: 2 ¼ cups finely crushed pretzels (approximately 5 ½ cups whole pretzels); ¾ cup salted butter, melted; 2 Tablespoons granulated sugar; 2 Tablespoons brown sugar, firmly packed; ⅓ cup granulated sugar; 1 Tablespoon cornstarch; 2 lbs strawberries, hulled and sliced; 1 Tablespoon lemon juice; ½ Tablespoon butter, salted or unsalted; 1 ½ cups heavy cream; ½ cup powdered sugar; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 8 oz cream cheese, softened; ½ cup granulated sugar

Description

The Strawberry Pretzel Delight is a modern take on a beloved dessert that merges salty, sweet, and creamy textures and flavors. This dish is composed of a crunchy pretzel crust, a velvety whipped cream and cream cheese filling, and a fresh strawberry topping. Ideal for gatherings or a family treat, it’s a visually appealing and decadent dessert that’s bound to impress.

Ingredients

Scale

2 ¼ cups finely crushed pretzels (approximately 5 ½ cups whole pretzels)
¾ cup salted butter, melted
2 Tablespoons granulated sugar
2 Tablespoons brown sugar, firmly packed
⅓ cup granulated sugar
1 Tablespoon cornstarch
2 lbs strawberries, hulled and sliced
1 Tablespoon lemon juice
½ Tablespoon butter, salted or unsalted
1 ½ cups heavy cream
½ cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
8 oz cream cheese, softened
½ cup granulated sugar

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Crust Preheat your oven to 375F (190C). In a medium bowl, mix together the crushed pretzels, melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until well combined. Press the mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of a 13”x9” pan and bake for 12 minutes. Allow the crust to cool completely.
Step 2: Make the Strawberry Topping In a small saucepan, combine the granulated sugar and cornstarch. Add half of the strawberries and lemon juice, blending well. Cook over medium/low heat until juices are released, then increase to medium heat. Stir constantly until thickened. Remove from heat; stir in remaining strawberries and butter. Allow to cool completely.
Step 3: Prepare the Filling Whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract to stiff peaks with an electric mixer. In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese with granulated sugar until smooth. Fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until smooth. Spread over the pretzel crust.
Step 4: Assemble the Dessert Top the filling evenly with the cooled strawberry mixture. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3-4 hours, or overnight. Optionally, chill in the freezer for 10-30 minutes before slicing for neater pieces.

Prep Time: about 30 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes