Want the best of both worlds? Try pretzel desserts that marry salt and sweetness for treats you can't resist.
33 Sweet and Salty Pretzel Desserts
Updated on May 02, 2024
Strawberry Pretzel Dessert
Of all the pretzel desserts in our library, this Strawberry Pretzel Dessert from Aldene Belch of Flint, Michigan is one of the most popular. If this is a favorite of yours, try more strawberry-pretzel recipes. And be sure to stock up on our Test Kitchen’s go-to pretzel brands.
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Easy Peanut Butter & Pretzel Pie
Total Time
25 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My crispy, salty pretzel crust just begs for a creamy no-bake peanut butter filling and a layer of chocolate ganache. — Gina Nistico, Taste Recipes Food Editor
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Salted Caramel Pretzel Rice Krispies Treats
Total Time
20 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Who can resist pretzel desserts layered up with caramel? These salted caramel Rice Krispies treats can’t be beat. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen
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Strawberry Pretzel Pie
Total Time
45 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This cool no-bake strawberry pie is the perfect cure for your sweet tooth, especially in summer. Made with pantry staples, it is as easy as pie to make and has become one of my most requested warm-weather treats. —Shauna Havey, Roy, Utah
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Double-Chocolate Rolo Cookies with Pretzels
Total Time
27 min
Servings
1 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
These chocolate Rolo cookies were a big hit with my father. The generous size makes them wonderful for gift-giving, and they’re always the first to go at parties. —Melissa Keenan, Larchmont, New York
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Pumpkin Latte Cheesecake Tarts
Total Time
35 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
It’s hard to resist this pumpkin latte cheesecake recipe. Use extra pretzel crumbs or toffee chips for a garnish. —Arlene Erlbach, Morton Grove, Illinois
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Chocolate Caramel Hazelnut Pie
Total Time
25 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I love chocolate, caramel and hazelnuts, so I came up with a recipe that has all three. If you don’t have a food processor, place crust ingredients in a zip-top freezer bag and smash with a rolling pin. —Debbie Anderson, Mount Angel, Oregon
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Crispy Pretzel Bars
Total Time
20 min
Servings
about 3 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
I often make a big batch of these peanut butter-flavored cereal bars on days that I don't want to heat up the kitchen. Kids especially love them, so they're great for picnics, potlucks and school bake sales. —Jane Thompson, Eureka, Illinois
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Chocolate-Covered Peanut Butter & Pretzel Truffles
Total Time
40 min
Servings
3 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Sweet chocolate, creamy peanut butter and salty pretzels create a to-die-for truffle. It’s a little bite of decadence and a special indulgence for the holiday season.—Ashley Wisniewski, Champaign, Illinois
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Chocolate Peanut Butter Crunch Bars
Total Time
20 min
Servings
3 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
My twist on rice crispy bars includes crunchy crushed pretzels. Then I top them with a creamy peanut butter coating and rich chocolate topping. Garnished with peanuts and even more pretzels, I don’t think I'd ever go back to plain old bars again. —Sherri Melotik, Oak Creek, Wisconsin
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Beer and Pretzel Caramels
Total Time
1 hour 50 min
Servings
about 3 pounds (81 servings)
From the Recipe Creator:
Beer and pretzels are a natural combination—mix them with smooth caramel and you have an awesome candy. The guys will go wild over these crunchy, chunky chews. —Jenni Sharp, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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Pretzel Gelatin Dessert
Total Time
30 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This is one of my mother's absolute favorite desserts. The salty pretzel crust is the perfect complement to the sweet cream cheese filling. —Erin Frakes, Moline, Illinois
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Chunky Drop Cookies
Total Time
25 min
Servings
6-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
I love these sweet and salty gems. The night before, I measure out the pretzels, peanuts, raisins and chocolate. Assembly goes quickly the next day. —Kelly Ward-Hartman, Cape Coral, Florida
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Caramel Pretzel Bites
Total Time
45 min
Servings
6 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
I created this recipe wanting to make my own version of a popular candy store pretzel log dipped in caramel, chocolate and nuts. These bites are smothered with homemade caramel. —Michilene Klaver, Grand Rapids, Michigan
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Pineapple Fluff
Total Time
25 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I often bring this salad to potlucks, and everyone goes crazy for the sweet and crunchy combination. Be sure to add the pretzel mixture right before serving to keep it crispy. —Beth Olby, Ashland, Wisconsin
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Pecan Caramel Candies
Total Time
35 min
Servings
4-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Salty and sweet, these candies are the perfect little snack. Form a kitchen assembly line with your kids, and the making becomes just as fun as the eating. —Julie Wemhoff, Angola, Indiana
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Freezer Strawberry Shortbread Dessert
Total Time
25 min
Servings
15 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When I’m planning party menus, I appreciate dessert recipes like this; you can make and freeze it up to two weeks before serving. A refreshing slice is welcome after a big meal.—Cassie Alexander, Muncie, Indiana
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Crunchy Chocolate Clusters
Total Time
25 min
Servings
1 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
This easy candy has a south-of-the-border flavor with cinnamon, chocolate and coffee. Sweet, salty and crunchy, it's a great no-bake treat. —Roxanne Chan, Albany, California
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Peanut Butter Pretzel Bars
Total Time
15 min
Servings
4 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
My secret to these rich no-bake bites? Pretzels in the crust. They add a salty crunch to the classic peanut butter and chocolate pairing. Add this to your list of perfect pretzel desserts. —Jennifer Beckman, Falls Church, Virginia
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Trail Mix Blondie Bars
Total Time
35 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
These blondies started as a baking emergency. There was a potluck at my daughter's preschool, and I was out of ingredients. Muffin mix came to the rescue. —Josie Shapiro, San Francisco, California
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Strawberry-Lime Bars
Total Time
35 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Our family loves fresh strawberries, so I look for different ways to use them. This tempting, yummy dessert has sweet strawberries, tart lime and salty pretzels. —Alexandra Barnett, Forest, Virginia
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Pretzel Puppy Chow
Total Time
20 min
Servings
5 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
This variation on regular puppy chow replaces peanut butter with Nutella and chipotle for a delicious spicy-sweet combination. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen
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Crazy Halloween Blondies
Total Time
40 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
I have a real sweet tooth, so Halloween is my favorite holiday. I came up with these bars for my kids, but I think I like them even more than they do! —Nancy Heishman, Las Vegas, Nevada
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Pretzel and Salted Caramel Chocolate Cookies
Total Time
30 min
Servings
about 2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
I love the combination of salty, sweet, and chocolate. These cookies hit all those beautiful notes and come together in a flash! See more at: http://www.amyscookingadventures.com/2015/08/salted-caramel-pretzel-chocolate-cake.html
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Blackberry White Chocolate Cheesecake Cups
Total Time
25 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I read that white chocolate intensifies the flavor of blackberries. It’s true! The crunch of baking chips, the blackberry puree, and the sweet and salty pretzel crust make this a sensational mini dessert. —Arlene Erlbach, Morton Grove, Illinois
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Chai Truffle Tart
Total Time
55 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My chai-flavored tart boasts chocolate and caramel layers tucked inside a salty pretzel crust. Truffles on top make it extra indulgent. —Chantal Bourbon, Montreal, Quebec
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Peanut Pretzel Toffee Bark
Total Time
25 min
Servings
1-1/2 pounds
From the Recipe Creator:
My toffee has been a traditional must-make treat for my family and friends for over 40 years. My Dad taught me to make great fudge from scratch but my toffee was his favorite candy and each time I make it, I think of him. —Barbara Estabrook, Rhinelander, Wisconsin
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Snow Day Cookies
Total Time
40 min
Servings
about 2-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Clear your pantry to make these chocolate chip cookies loaded with goodies. We add oats, M&M’s, pretzels and even potato chips. —Brittney Musgrove, Dallas, Georgia
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Behr Track Cookie Bars
Total Time
40 min
Servings
about 4 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
The holidays are the perfect time to indulge in these ooey-gooey, salty-sweet peanut butter bars. A lot of people comment that the pretzels in the filling are a pleasant surprise. Just make sure to cut cookie bars small—they're super rich. —Megan Behr, Marion, Iowa
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Pretzel Strawberry Bark
Total Time
10 min
Servings
about 1 pound
From the Recipe Creator:
This is my candy version of the classic strawberry pretzel dessert. It uses ruby chocolate, which is fairly new on the market. If you can't find it, you can substitute white chocolate in its place. —James Schend, Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin
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Gooey Chocolate-Peanut Bars
Total Time
30 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
These are so easy to make and take no time at all. They’re great to package up for those college kids looking for something from home. Everyone will want this recipe. —Elaine Grimme, Sioux Falls, South Dakota
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Chocolate-Dipped Pretzel Rods
Total Time
35 min
Servings
about 4-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
The most classic of all pretzel desserts: chocolate-covered pretzels! Kids of all ages enjoy making and eating these fun treats. The decorated pretzels are a pretty gift in a cellophane bag or a glass jar. —Kay Waters, Benld, Illinois
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