Description
Peaches and Cream Pretzel Pie is a refreshing summer dessert combining a crunchy pretzel crust with a creamy peach filling. This delightful recipe is not only easy to make but also perfect for any occasion, from family gatherings to quiet evenings at home. With each slice, you’ll experience the irresistible fusion of sweet peaches and rich cream cheese, balanced by the salty-sweet flavor of the pretzel crust. Chill before serving for the best taste experience!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups crushed pretzels
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) melted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar (divided)
- 2 packages (16 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 medium-sized ripe peaches, diced
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large bowl, combine crushed pretzels, melted butter, and half a cup of sugar until well mixed.
- Press the mixture firmly into a greased pie dish and bake for about 10 minutes or until golden brown. Allow to cool completely.
- In another bowl, beat together cream cheese and remaining sugar until smooth. Gradually mix in whipped heavy cream until fluffy.
- Gently fold in diced peaches without overmixing.
- Spread the peach filling evenly over the cooled crust and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until set.
- Slice into wedges and serve chilled, optionally garnished with extra peach slices or whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg