Ice Cream Pretzel Cake: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe
Ice Cream Pretzel Cake combines a crunchy pretzel crust with creamy ice cream, rich fudge, and caramel swirls, topped with whipped cream. A no-bake, salty-sweet dessert perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: undefined
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes to 1 day (depending on chilling time)
- Yield: 12-16 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
3 cups pretzel twists (crushed)
1 cup unsalted butter (melted)
½ cup granulated sugar
1 ½ quarts ice cream (any flavor of your choice, softened)
1 cup whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
½ cup chocolate fudge sauce
½ cup caramel sauce
Optional: chopped nuts or sprinkles for topping
Instructions
- Prepare the Pan: Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray to ensure easy removal later.
- Make the Crust: In a large bowl, combine the crushed pretzels, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Stir until fully combined and the mixture is moist.
- Press into Dish: Spread the pretzel mixture evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Press down firmly using a spatula or the back of a spoon to form a solid crust layer.
- Chill the Crust: Place the crust in the refrigerator and chill for 30 minutes to allow it to firm up.
- Layer Ice Cream: Once the crust has set, remove the dish from the fridge. Spread the softened ice cream over the pretzel crust, using a spatula to smooth it out evenly.
- Add Toppings: Drizzle the chocolate fudge sauce and caramel sauce over the ice cream. Swirl them together slightly using a knife or spoon for an appealing pattern.
- Spread Whipped Topping: Add a layer of whipped topping evenly over the ice cream and the sauces. Smooth it out to cover everything.
- Final Chill: Cover the dish with plastic wrap or aluminum foil, then freeze for 3-4 hours or until firm. For the best results, freeze overnight.
- Serve: Once solid, remove from the freezer and let sit for a few minutes before cutting into squares for serving. This makes the cutting process easier.
- Optional Garnish: If desired, top with chopped nuts, sprinkles, or extra crushed pretzels for added texture and a pop of flavor.
Notes
For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free pretzels and ensure other ingredients are gluten-free.
For a richer flavor, add a layer of melted chocolate between the crust and ice cream.
Experiment with different ice cream flavors, like strawberry or cookies and cream, for a fun twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
