Lemon Pretzel Salad Recipe
This refreshing and easy lemon pretzel dessert is made with crushed pretzels, cream cheese, lemon pie filling, and whipped topping. It’s a no bake lemon dessert perfect for any gathering!
Servings: 12
Calories: 415kcal
Ingredients
Pretzel Crust
- 2 cups pretzels crushed
- ¾ cup butter melted
- 3 tablespoon sugar
Cream Cheese Layer
- 12 oz cream cheese softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 12 oz cool whip
Lemon Topping
- 22 oz lemon pie filling
Garnish (optional)
- lemon slices
- lemon zest
- whipped topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a 9x13 dish with parchment paper.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the pretzels, melted butter, and sugar. Add this mixture to the 9x13 pan and spread out to cover the bottom for the crust. Bake for 8 minutes, then allow to cool completely.
- For the cream cheese layer, in a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Add the 12 ounces cool whip, and mix until well combined. Add this mixture over the crust and smooth out evenly.
- Add the can of lemon pie filling, and smooth out to cover the entire cream cheese layer.
- Chill for 6 hours, or overnight. Garnish with desired toppings just before serving!
Notes
How to Store Lemon Pretzel Salad
Keep your no bake lemon dessert fresh and fabulous with these tips:
- Make Ahead: Assemble (minus garnishes) up to 24 hours in advance.
- Refrigerator: Store covered for up to 5 days. Crust may soften, but flavor stays amazing.
- Freezer: Not recommended—it affects the texture of the creamy layers.
- Serving: Keep chilled until ready to serve. The cream cheese layer can soften if left out too long.
- Press the crust firmly so it holds together when sliced.
- Cool the crust completely before adding the filling.
- Spread cream cheese to the edges to create a seal and prevent sogginess.
- Try different crusts – Use graham crackers, Golden Oreo's, or gingersnaps for fun flavor twists.
- Garnish with flair – Add fresh lemon zest, slices, or extra whipped cream before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1piece | Calories: 415kcal | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 73mg | Sodium: 495mg | Potassium: 101mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 33g | Vitamin A: 785IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 65mg | Iron: 1mg
