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Pretzel crust cheesecake is a no-brainer, chocolate-covered pretzels+ cheesecake= heaven. Seriously, in my book, absolutely nothing is better than that!
No Bake Pretzel Crust Cheesecake
Even if this pie was extremely difficult to make it would still be well worth it for me to indulge in it because it’s really that good. Luckily for all of us, this recipe for pretzel crust cheesecake is a breeze, it’s no bake and only takes a couple of common ingredients.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- If you love pretzels like me, this will be your dream pie crust! It’s salty, sweet, and the right amount of crumbly!
- Anything you don’t have to turn the oven on for is a winner, this pretzel crust cheesecake is so easy to make. All you need is a microwave!
Ingredients in Pretzel Pie
- Pretzels- You are going to need two kinds of pretzels; pretzel twists, and some finely crushed pretzel crumbs.
- Sugar- Granulated sugar goes in the crust and filling.
- Butter- Butter should be melted and unsalted.
- Cream cheese- Soften it before you use it for easier mixing.
- Vanilla extract- Natural always tastes best.
- Whipped topping (Cool Whip) – Make sure you put this out to thaw before use.
- Chocolate chips- Milk chocolate is most common but you can also use dark, or white chocolate chips if you desire.
- Heavy whipping cream to make the ganache.
How to Make Pretzel Crust Cheesecake
- Make the filling: Beat together cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until it’s smooth.
- Then, fold in whipped topping until it’s completely free of lumps.
- Make the crust: Stir together finely crushed pretzels with sugar and melted butter.
- Press the mixture into a 9” pie plate and chill until it’s ready to fill.
- Make the topping: Add chocolate chips and heavy whipping cream to microwave safe bowl and heat for 1 minute. Then, whisk it until it’s smooth. Let the topping sit and cool, this will cause it to thicken.
- When you are ready to serve pretzel crust cheesecake, top it with the cooled ganache. If the ganache gets too thick to spread on the pretzel pie, you can heat it back up for a few seconds in the microwave to thin it out.
Expert Tips
Be patient! The glory of a no-bake cheesecake is well, that you don’t need any heat. You will need to wait for the crust to set, and the ganache to thicken. This pie will do the work for you, all you have to do is to remember to give it the time it needs!
Since we are working with pretzels here to make the crust, it can get a little crumbly. To ensure that your crust sticks together use an appropriate amount of butter (a lot) and really pack it into the pie plate. You want to make sure you really squish it in there so it sticks together nicely!
Chocolate Covered Pretzel No Bake Cheesecake
Ingredients
For the Crust:
- 3 cups Pretzel Twists about 1 1/2 cups finely crushed pretzel crumbs
- ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons (84g) unsalted butter melted
For the filling:
- 8 ounces (226g) Cream Cheese softened
- ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 ounces (226g) whipped topping thawed
For the topping:
- 1 cup (170g) chocolate chips
- ½ cup (118ml) heavy whipping cream
Instructions
- Make the crust: stir finely crushed pretzels and sugar with melted butter. Press into a 9” pie plate. Chill until ready to fill.
- Make the filling: Beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Whisk or fold in whipped topping until no lumps remain. Spread in prepared crust. Chill for at least 4 hours before serving.
- Make the topping: add chocolate chips and heavy whipping cream to a microwave safe bowl or measuring cup. Heat 1 minute then whisk until smooth. Let sit until cool and thick.
- When ready to serve top the pie with the cooled ganache. If the ganache gets too thick to spread, just heat it a few seconds in the microwave to thin.
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Last Updated on November 19, 2022
This looks amazing! Can you use real whipped cream and a spring form pan?
Yes and yes!
Has anyone tried topping with the ganache after the cheesecake layer is chilled but before the pie is sliced, and then chilling again? Thinking about trying to save a few minutes and be able to serve it faster after Thanksgiving dinner.
You defintely can do that! Enjoy!
I am not someone who obsesses over Pretzels but I am obsessed with this recipe of yours, I tried it recently and now my siblings want more of it. Honestly you have made my job difficult haha , but seriously , I am in love with this dish. Keep feeding us such delicious recipes . Thanks , Radhika Sharma
At the top of this recipe it says to chill for one hour. But in the directions it says to chill for four hours. How long does it need to actually chill?
Until it’s set – it should be set after an hour. I like to do it longer because I make it the day before but either works.
It’s good and I like it and It very easy to bake ?
A dream for a chocolate lover!
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