Peanut Butter Caramel Pretzel Cream Pie: Unforgettable Treat!
An unforgettable treat that combines creamy peanut butter, salty pretzels, and a sweet caramel drizzle in a no-bake pie.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 25 minutes
- Yield: 8–10 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- For the crust:
- 2 cups crushed chocolate cookies or graham crackers
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- For the chocolate layer (optional):
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- For the peanut butter cream filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups whipped topping or whipped cream
- For the caramel layer:
- 1/2 cup thick caramel sauce
- 1/2 cup whipped topping or cream cheese (for swirl)
- For topping:
- Whipped cream
- Mini pretzels
- Dark chocolate chunks or curls
- Extra caramel drizzle
Instructions
- Make the crust: Combine crushed cookies and melted butter. Press into a 9-inch pie dish. Chill for 10–15 minutes.
- (Optional) Chocolate base: Melt chocolate chips with cream until smooth. Pour over crust and chill to set.
- Prepare peanut butter layer: Beat cream cheese, peanut butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Fold in whipped topping gently. Spread over the crust.
- Caramel swirl: Whisk caramel with a bit of whipped topping or cream cheese for thickness. Swirl over the peanut butter layer using a knife or skewer.
- Top and decorate: Spread whipped cream over the top. Garnish with mini pretzels, chocolate chunks, and a drizzle of caramel.
- Chill: Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before slicing.
Notes
- Serve extra cold for clean slices.
- Add a sprinkle of flaky sea salt on top to boost the sweet-salty contrast.
- Pair with hot coffee or an iced mocha for next-level dessert vibes.
- Use gluten-free cookies and pretzels for a GF version.
- Use natural peanut butter for a less sweet option.
- Store in fridge up to 4 days, or freeze for firmer texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Protein: 7g