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Learn how to make a no bake Pretzel Crust for pie! This crust is a great way to put a spin on your favorite cheesecake, no-bake pie, and other desserts that need a no bake crust. If you love sweet and salty desserts, this pretzel pie crust recipe has your name on it!
Pretzel Crust for No-Bake Pies
Sure, we all love a graham cracker crust or cookie crust, but have you ever had a crust made with pretzels? It’s a really easy way to give a dessert a sweet and salty twist!
This pretzel pie crust recipe is an easy no bake pie crust that pairs with so many desserts. I often switch out other no bake crusts so I can use it – it always gets rave reviews! I love to make this crust for pies, cheesecakes, and even brownies! Basically, you can use it in any recipe that calls for a no-bake crust.
3 ingredient Pretzel Pie Crust
- Pretzel Twists: Use your favorite kind. The amount you need depends on the size of the pretzels.
- Granulated Sugar: To add a little sweetness.
- Melted Unsalted Butter: Binds it all together.
How to Make Pretzel Pie Crust
- Place the pretzel crumbs in a mixing bowl. Add the melted butter and sugar.
- Stir them with a fork until the crumbs are evenly moistened.
- Press the mixture evenly in the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie plate. Chill the crust until it’s set and then use it as directed in the pie recipe you are using.
Tip From Dorothy
Expert Tips
- For the best salty-sweet dessert, use salted pretzels. You can use plain ones, but salted pretzels add more flavor.
- Be sure to use fresh pretzels and not ones that have gone stale. You’ll taste it in your pretzel crust.
- Be sure to crush the pretzels finely – there shouldn’t be any large or uneven bits. Finer crumbs will hold together better so it doesn’t fall apart when sliced.
FAQ
I think salted pretzels work best, so you get a salty-sweet combo in your dessert. I use pretzel twists, so if you use ones that are a different size, you will need to adjust the amount you use for the recipe.
The best way to ensure the crust holds together is to finely crush the pretzels. If your crumb mixture has large chunks or a lot of uneven crumbs, your crust won’t hold together as well.
Did you use finely crushed crumbs? Make sure to process the pretzels enough, so they break down into fine crumbs. If you do this by hand with a bag and rolling pin, it might take a little time to evenly crust them.
Pretzel Crust Recipe
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Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups (150g) finely crushed pretzel crumbs
- ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 8 tablespoons (113g) unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- You’ll need about 4 ½ cups pretzel twists to make the amount of crumbs needed. Place the pretzels in a food processor and run the processor until they’re finely ground.
- Stir together pretzel crumbs, sugar and melted butter with a fork. Press into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie plate. Chill to set, then use as directed in your pie recipe.
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More No-Bake Pie Crust Recipes
The next time you need an easy no bake crust, I hope you give this pretzel crust recipe a try! Whether you make a pretzel crust for pie or other desserts, you will get all the compliments. Enjoy!
