Pineapple Pretzel Salad 🍍🥨
Ingredients:
For the Pretzel Crust:
2 cups (200g) crushed pretzels
3/4 cup (170g) unsalted butter (melted)
3 tbsp granulated sugar
For the Creamy Layer:
1 (8 oz) package cream cheese (softened)
1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
1 (8 oz) container whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
For the Pineapple Layer:
1 (20 oz) can crushed pineapple (undrained)
1 (3.4 oz) package instant vanilla pudding mix
Instructions:
Make the Pretzel Crust:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a medium bowl, mix the crushed pretzels, melted butter, and sugar until combined.
Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Bake for 10 minutes, then let cool completely.
Prepare the Creamy Layer:
In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
Fold in the whipped topping until well combined.
Spread the mixture evenly over the cooled pretzel crust.
Make the Pineapple Layer:
In a medium bowl, mix the crushed pineapple (with juice) and instant vanilla pudding mix until thickened.
Spread the pineapple mixture over the creamy layer.
Chill and Serve:
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.
Slice and serve chilled.