Description
Strawberry Pretzel Icebox Pie is a classic no-bake dessert that combines a crunchy, buttery pretzel crust with a creamy cream cheese filling and a fresh, fruity strawberry topping. It perfectly balances sweet and salty flavors, making it an ideal treat for warm days, celebrations, or potlucks.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups pretzel crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for crust)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tablespoon unflavored gelatin
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for topping)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Mix pretzel crumbs, melted butter, and 1/4 cup granulated sugar until combined. Press firmly into a 9-inch pie pan. Bake for 10 minutes, then cool completely.
- Beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing well.
- In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream with vanilla extract until stiff peaks form. Gently fold into cream cheese mixture. Spread evenly over cooled crust. Chill for at least 2 hours.
- Bloom gelatin in water for 5 minutes, then heat gently until dissolved. Stir in 1/4 cup granulated sugar and lemon juice. Toss sliced strawberries in the mixture.
- Spoon strawberries evenly over the chilled filling. Refrigerate for an additional 30 minutes until set. Slice and serve.
Notes
- Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute gluten-free pretzels for regular pretzels.
- Ensure the crust is fully cooled before adding the filling to avoid melting.
- You can prepare the pie a day ahead; add the strawberry topping just before serving for best presentation.
- Alternative fruits like blueberries, raspberries, or peaches can be used instead of strawberries.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: Strawberry Pretzel Icebox Pie, no-bake dessert, summer dessert, sweet and salty pie, cream cheese pie, potluck dessert