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Peanut Butter Pretzel Dessert

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  • Author: Chef sara
  • Total Time: 3 hours 25 minutes
  • Yield: 12-16 bars (depending on the size of the bars)
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Peanut Butter Pretzel Dessert is the perfect balance of sweet and salty! With a crunchy pretzel crust, creamy peanut butter filling, rich chocolate pudding layer, and fluffy whipped topping, it’s the ultimate indulgence. Easy to make, and perfect for any occasion, this dessert is sure to be a hit with family and guests. Prepare it ahead of time and enjoy a delightful treat that everyone will love!

Ingredients

For the Crust:

2 cups pretzels, crushed

¾ cup unsalted butter, melted

For the Peanut Butter Filling:

1 cup powdered sugar

16 ounces cream cheese, softened

1¼ cup creamy peanut butter

1½ tsp vanilla extract

1 cup whipped topping

For the Chocolate Pudding Layer:

2 (3.9 ounce) packages instant chocolate pudding

3 cups milk

For the Topping:

8 ounces whipped topping

½ cup pretzels, crushed

½ cup chocolate sauce

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven and Prepare the Pan: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a 13×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.

  2. Make the Crust: Melt the butter in a saucepan. Stir in the crushed pretzels until coated, then press into the bottom of the prepared pan. Bake for 5 minutes and allow to cool to room temperature.

  3. Prepare the Peanut Butter Filling: Beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, peanut butter, and vanilla extract until smooth. Fold in the whipped topping. Spread over the cooled pretzel crust. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.

  4. Make the Chocolate Pudding Layer: Whisk together the instant pudding mix and milk. Spread evenly over the peanut butter filling and refrigerate for another 30 minutes.

  5. Add the Whipped Topping: Spread the remaining whipped topping on top of the pudding layer, then refrigerate for 3 hours.

  6. Garnish and Serve: Top with crushed pretzels and a drizzle of chocolate sauce before serving

Notes

  • Add Nuts: For added crunch, sprinkle chopped peanuts or pecans on top.
  • Different Pudding Flavors: Swap the chocolate pudding for vanilla, butterscotch, or caramel pudding for a unique twist.
  • Dairy-Free: Use dairy-free cream cheese, whipped topping, and chocolate pudding for a vegan version.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • chill time: 3 hours
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://sarasplate.com/peanut-butter-pretzel-dessert/