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Blackberry Pretzel Dessert Recipe

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This Blackberry Pretzel Dessert features a delightful combination of a crunchy pretzel crust, creamy sweetened cream cheese layer, and a luscious homemade blackberry topping. Baked to perfection and chilled for hours, this easy-to-make dessert offers a perfect balance of salty, sweet, and fruity flavors that serve as an impressive treat for family gatherings or casual get-togethers.

Ingredients

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Pretzel Crust

  • 2 ½ cups coarsely crushed pretzels
  • ⅔ cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons 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
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 8 ounces extra creamy cool whip

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly spray a 9×13 inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Crush Pretzels: Using a food processor or placing pretzels in a large zip-top bag, crush them into small pieces but not too fine to maintain texture.
  3. Mix Pretzel Crust Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the coarsely crushed pretzels, brown sugar, all-purpose flour, and vanilla extract. Stir to combine all dry ingredients evenly.
  4. Add Butter: Pour the melted butter into the pretzel mixture and stir well until all crumbs are evenly coated and combined.
  5. Form Crust: Spread the pretzel mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish. Press firmly to create an even layer, reserving ½ cup of the mixture for the topping.
  6. Bake Crust: Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes until set and fragrant. Remove from oven and allow to cool completely.
  7. Prepare Blackberry Topping: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine blackberries, granulated sugar, lemon juice, and cornstarch. Stir constantly until the mixture thickens and the berries break down slightly. Remove from heat and cool completely.
  8. Make Cream Cheese Mixture: Using an electric mixer, beat the room temperature cream cheese in a medium bowl for 2-3 minutes until light and fluffy. Add powdered sugar and mix until combined. Gently fold in the extra creamy cool whip until smooth.
  9. Assemble Dessert: Once the pretzel crust is cooled, spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over it.
  10. Add Blackberry Layer: Spoon the cooled blackberry topping evenly over the cream cheese layer.
  11. Add Pretzel Topping: Sprinkle the reserved ½ cup pretzel mixture on top of the blackberry layer for added crunch.
  12. Chill: Cover the dish with plastic wrap or aluminum foil and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the layers to set and flavors to meld.

Notes

  • For best results, use fresh blackberries and ensure the cream cheese is at room temperature to prevent lumps.
  • Chilling time can be extended overnight to enhance flavors and texture.
  • Can substitute cool whip with homemade whipped cream for a fresher taste.
  • Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Crushed pretzel topping adds an appealing crunchy texture; avoid using overly fine crumbs.

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