Description

A refreshing no-bake dessert with a salty pretzel crust, creamy cheesecake layer, and a vibrant blueberry topping, perfect for summer gatherings and potlucks.

Ingredients

2 cups pretzel crumbs (about 4 cups pretzels, crushed)

1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

3 tablespoons granulated sugar

8 oz cream cheese, softened

1 cup granulated sugar, divided

2 cups heavy whipping cream

1 (8 oz) container frozen whipped topping, thawed (or 1 cup whipped cream)

2 tablespoons lemon juice

1 tablespoon vanilla extract

2 (6 oz) packages blueberry gelatin (Jell-O)

2 cups boiling water

2 cups cold water

2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a medium bowl, mix pretzel crumbs, melted butter, and 3 tablespoons sugar until combined. Press firmly into the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
Bake crust for 10 minutes, then remove and allow to cool completely.
In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese with 1 cup sugar until smooth and creamy.
Add lemon juice and vanilla extract, mixing well.
In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold whipped cream and whipped topping into the cream cheese mixture until well combined.
Spread the cream cheese layer evenly over the cooled pretzel crust.
In a large bowl, dissolve blueberry gelatin in boiling water. Stir in cold water, then add blueberries.
Let gelatin mixture cool slightly, then carefully pour over the cream cheese layer.
Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until the gelatin is fully set.
Slice and serve chilled.

Notes

You can substitute frozen whipped topping with an extra cup of whipped cream if unavailable.

Fresh or frozen blueberries both work; thaw and drain frozen blueberries before use.

Use gluten-free pretzels to make this recipe gluten-free.

Try other gelatin flavors like strawberry or raspberry for variation.

Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; do not reheat.

For a lighter version, use low-fat cream cheese and whipped topping, though texture may vary.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Bake (except crust baking)
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (approximate)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 30g
Sodium: 300mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 55mg