Peach Pretzel Jello Salad
A delightful dessert combining the sweetness of peaches, crunchy pretzels, and smooth cream cheese, perfect for gatherings.
Ingredients
For the Pretzel Crust
- 2 cups pretzels Crushed
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter Melted
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tbsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
For the Creamy Layer
- 8 oz cream cheese Softened
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 8 oz frozen whipped topping Thawed
For the Jello Layer
- 2 cans peaches Drained and sliced
- 6 oz peach jello
- 2 cups water Boiling
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400F (200C) and grease a 13x9-inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
Creating the Pretzel Crust
- In a medium bowl, combine pretzels, sugar, cinnamon, and a dash of nutmeg.
- Stir in melted butter, and press the mixture into an even layer in the baking dish.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes and set aside to cool.
Whipping Up the Creamy Layer
- In a large bowl, cream together cream cheese and sugar until velvety.
- Gently fold in the frozen whipped topping, creating a fluffy mixture.
- Spread this creamy layer over the cooled pretzel crust and chill in the refrigerator for about 1 hour.
Preparing the Fruity Jello Layer
- In another large bowl, combine the peach jello packet with boiling water.
- Stir until the jello is dissolved and let it cool to room temperature.
Assembling the Layers
- Top the cream cheese layer with juicy peach slices, arranging them with care.
- Pour the cooled peach jello mixture over the cream cheese layer, adding a refreshing touch.
- Refrigerate until completely set, usually 2-3 hours.
Chilling and Serving
- Serve this Peach Pretzel Jello Salad chilled, savoring the wonderful combination of sweet and salty flavors.
Notes
This dessert can be made a day ahead. Allowing it to chill overnight enhances the flavors.