Lemon Pretzel Salad: The Best Refreshing Twist on a Classic
A delightful blend of sweet and salty flavors, this Lemon Pretzel Salad is the perfect refreshing treat.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups crushed pretzels
- 1 cup butter, melted
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 package cream cheese (8 oz)
- 1 cup cool whip
- 1 package instant lemon pudding mix
- 2 cups milk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Combine crushed pretzels with melted butter and 1/2 cup of sugar; press into a baking dish and bake for 10 minutes.
- Allow the crust to cool completely.
- In a bowl, beat cream cheese and remaining 1/2 cup of sugar until smooth, then fold in cool whip.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture over the pretzel crust.
- In another bowl, whisk together lemon pudding mix and milk until thickened, then pour over the cream cheese layer.
- Chill for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
- For a sweeter variation, add more sugar to the crust.
- Can substitute lime pudding for a different flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Lemon Pretzel Salad, refreshing dessert, classic salad, sweet and salty dessert