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Strawberry Pretzel Pie

Irresistible Strawberry Pretzel Pie for Summer Celebrations

This no-bake Strawberry Pretzel Pie combines creamy filling and a crunchy pretzel crust, perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 40 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 4 cups miniature pretzels Can substitute with graham crackers for a sweeter base.
  • 6 tablespoons butter, melted No suitable substitution without losing structure.
  • 1/4 cup sugar Adjust based on personal taste preferences.
Filling
  • 1 package (6 ounces) strawberry gelatin Use plain gelatin with blended fresh strawberries for a natural version.
  • 3/4 cup boiling water Essential for setting the filling.
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice Fresh lemon juice is preferred.
  • 1 pound fresh strawberries, hulled, divided Can substitute with frozen strawberries, but drain excess liquid.
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream, divided Use chilled cream for best results.
  • 1 jar (7 ounces) marshmallow creme Can replace with whipped topping but may alter texture.
  • 2/3 cup whipped cream cheese Substitute with regular cream cheese if preferred.

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • Mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • springform pan

Method
 

Crust Preparation
  1. Pulse the 4 cups of miniature pretzels in a food processor until coarsely chopped. Combine the pretzel crumbs with 6 tablespoons of melted butter and 1/4 cup of sugar in a bowl. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a greased 9-inch springform pan. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to set and firm up.
Filling Preparation
  1. Dissolve 1 package (6 ounces) of strawberry gelatin in 3/4 cup of boiling water, stirring until completely dissolved. Add 1/4 cup of fresh lemon juice for flavor, then allow the mixture to cool in the refrigerator until it thickens slightly, about 15-20 minutes.
  2. While waiting, hull and slice 1 pound of fresh strawberries, reserving half for topping the pie. Chop the remaining strawberries into smaller pieces to fold into the filling later.
  3. In a mixing bowl, beat 1 cup of heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form, about 3-5 minutes. Set aside for later use.
  4. Blend the cooled gelatin mixture with 1 jar (7 ounces) of marshmallow creme and 2/3 cup of whipped cream cheese until smooth. Gently fold in the chopped strawberries and the whipped cream until well incorporated.
  5. Pour the strawberry filling mixture over the chilled pretzel crust, smoothing the top with a spatula. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 4-6 hours until set.
  6. Whip the remaining 1 cup of heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Spread over the top of the pie. Decorate with reserved fresh strawberries and any remaining pretzel mixture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 3gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 210mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For the best flavor and texture, use fresh strawberries. Ensure the gelatin is fully dissolved and chill the cream before whipping.

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