Lemon Pretzel Dessert
Lemon pretzel dessert is a refreshing layered treat featuring a crunchy pretzel crust, creamy cheesecake-style filling, and zesty lemon topping. Perfectly balancing sweet, salty, and tangy flavors, it’s an easy crowd-pleaser for spring and summer gatherings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: 12–15 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking + Chilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups pretzels, crushed
- 3/4 cup butter, melted
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 8 oz whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
- 2 (3.4 oz) packages instant lemon pudding mix
- 3 cups cold milk
- Optional: lemon zest or slices, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix crushed pretzels, melted butter, and sugar. Press into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Bake for 8–10 minutes, then let cool completely.
- In a bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and whipped topping until smooth. Spread evenly over the cooled crust, sealing edges to prevent leaks.
- In another bowl, whisk lemon pudding mix with cold milk until thickened. Spread over the cream cheese layer.
- Chill for at least 2 hours before serving. Garnish with lemon zest or slices if desired.
Notes
Seal the edges of the cream cheese layer well to keep the crust crunchy.Try lime pudding mix for a citrus variation.Top with fresh berries for color and flavor.Best served chilled—perfect for hot days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (1/15 of recipe)
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Find it online: https://cookibly.com/lemon-pretzel-dessert/
