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Pineapple Pretzel Salad

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A sweet and salty treat combining a crunchy pretzel crust, a creamy filling, and juicy pineapple. Perfect for any gathering!

Ingredients

  • Pretzels: 2 cups, crushed – For a crunchy, salty base.
  • Butter: 1/2 cup, melted – Helps bind the pretzels together.
  • Sugar: 1/4 cup – Sweetens the pretzel crust.
  • Cream cheese: 8 ounces – Forms the creamy, tangy layer.
  • Whipped topping: 8 ounces – Adds lightness and fluffiness to the cream layer.
  • Pineapple: 1 can (20 ounces), drained – Brings a juicy burst of sweetness.
  • Jello: 1 package (3.4 ounces), vanilla – Helps set the creamy layer.

Instructions

  1. Preheat Your Equipment: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) to bake the pretzel crust.
  2. Combine Ingredients: Mix the crushed pretzels, melted butter, and sugar. Stir until pretzels are well-coated.
  3. Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and press the pretzel mixture into the bottom. Bake for 10 minutes, then set aside to cool.
  4. Assemble the Dish: Beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add the whipped topping and mix until combined. Spread this mixture over the cooled pretzel crust.
  5. Cook to Perfection: Mix the drained pineapple with the vanilla Jello mix and spoon it over the cream cheese layer.
  6. Finishing Touches: Chill the salad for at least 3 hours in the fridge to set the layers.
  7. Serve and Enjoy: Once chilled, slice and serve the Pineapple Pretzel Salad to rave reviews!

Notes

  • Let the salad chill thoroughly to allow the flavors to meld together.
  • Adjust the sweetness of the cream layer to your taste.
  • For a more tropical twist, try adding shredded coconut to the cream layer.

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