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No-Bake Peanut Butter Chocolate Pretzel Pie Recipe

No-Bake Peanut Butter Chocolate Pretzel Pie Recipe
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This No-Bake Peanut Butter Chocolate Pretzel Pie is a delightful dessert combining a crunchy pretzel crust with creamy peanut butter, rich chocolate pudding, and fluffy whipped topping. Easy to make with no oven required, this pie offers a perfect balance of salty and sweet flavors, making it an irresistible treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Pretzel Crust

  • 8 oz pretzels, crushed, plus additional for topping if desired
  • 4 tbsp butter, melted

Peanut Butter Layer

  • 16 oz cream cheese, room temperature
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter, plus a little additional for topping if desired

Chocolate Pudding Layer

  • 5.9 oz instant chocolate pudding mix
  • 2 1/2 cups milk (use adjusted amount from package instructions)

Topping

  • 8 oz whipped topping

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Pretzel Crust: Crush the pretzels into small pieces. Melt the butter in the microwave. In a bowl, combine the crushed pretzels and melted butter. Stir until well combined. Spread the mixture evenly in the bottom of a 7×10-inch baking dish, pressing down firmly to form a solid crust.
  2. Make the Peanut Butter Layer: In a mixing bowl, combine the room temperature cream cheese, powdered sugar, and creamy peanut butter. Mix until smooth and creamy. Spread the peanut butter mixture evenly over the pretzel crust.
  3. Prepare the Chocolate Pudding: Follow the directions on the pudding package, but reduce the milk by ½ cup (use 2 ½ cups instead of 3 cups). Whisk until the pudding thickens. For dairy-free milk alternatives, use a hand mixer on high speed to help the pudding set and thicken more effectively. Once thickened, pour the pudding evenly over the peanut butter layer, smoothing it out.
  4. Add the Whipped Topping: Spread the whipped topping evenly over the pudding layer, smoothing it to cover the entire surface of the pie.
  5. Chill & Serve: Refrigerate the pie for at least 1 hour to allow all layers to set properly. Slice, garnish with additional crushed pretzels and a drizzle of peanut butter if desired, and serve.

Notes

  • Ensure the cream cheese is at room temperature to avoid lumps in the peanut butter layer.
  • You can substitute dairy milk with your favorite plant-based milk, but pudding texture may vary slightly.
  • For an extra crunchy topping, sprinkle additional crushed pretzels on top before chilling.
  • Use a 7×10-inch dish or similar size for best layering results.
  • This pie is best served within 2 days of preparation for optimal freshness.

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