Print
clockclock iconcutlerycutlery iconflagflag iconfolderfolder iconinstagraminstagram iconpinterestpinterest iconfacebookfacebook iconprintprint iconsquaressquares iconheartheart iconheart solidheart solid icon

Blackberry Pretzel Dessert

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

This Blackberry Pretzel Dessert is an easy and delicious sweet-and-salty treat made with a crunchy pretzel crust, a smooth cream cheese layer, and a homemade blackberry topping. It’s a classic crowd-pleasing dessert that’s perfect for holidays, potlucks, and family gatherings.

  • Total Time: 4 hours 30 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings

Ingredients

Scale

Pretzel Crust

  • 2 ½ cups coarsely crushed pretzels
  • â…” cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoon all purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • ¾ cup butter, melted

Blackberry Topping

  • 3 cups fresh blackberries
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch

Cream Cheese Mixture

  • 8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
  • 8 ounce extra creamy Cool Whip
  • 1 cup powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F and lightly spray a 9×13 baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
  2. Using a food processor or large baggie, crush the pretzels into small pieces.
  3. In a large bowl, combine crushed pretzels, brown sugar, flour, and vanilla extract. Stir well.
  4. Add melted butter and mix until fully combined.
  5. Press the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish, reserving ½ cup for the topping.
  6. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove and let cool completely.
  7. In a medium saucepan, combine blackberries, sugar, lemon juice, and cornstarch. Cook over medium heat, stirring, until thickened. Remove from heat and cool.
  8. In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese for 2–3 minutes until light and fluffy.
  9. Add powdered sugar and beat until combined.
  10. Fold in Cool Whip just until incorporated.
  11. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cooled pretzel crust.
  12. Spoon the blackberry topping evenly over the cream layer.
  13. Sprinkle reserved pretzel mixture on top.
  14. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.

Notes

  • Nutritional values are approximate and may vary by brand.
  • Ensure the pretzel crust is completely cooled before adding the cream cheese layer to prevent melting.
  • For best results, chill overnight for clean slices.
  • Author: lily
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American