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
Making Ice Cream Pretzel Cake can be a fun experience. Follow these simple steps to create this delightful dessert:
1. Prepare the Pan: Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Make the Crust: In a large bowl, combine crushed pretzels, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Mix until fully combined.
3. Press into Dish: Spread the pretzel mixture evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Press down firmly to form a crust.
4. Chill the Crust: Place the crust in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to set.
5. Layer Ice Cream: Remove the crust from the fridge and spread the softened ice cream over the pretzel crust. Smooth it out using a spatula.
6. Add Toppings: Drizzle chocolate fudge sauce over the ice cream, followed by caramel sauce. Swirl them together slightly for an appealing pattern.
7. Spread Whipped Topping: Add a layer of whipped topping evenly over the ice cream and drizzles.
8. Final Chill: Cover the dish with plastic wrap or aluminum foil and freeze for 3-4 hours or until firm (overnight works best).
9. Serve: Once solid, remove from freezer and let sit for a few minutes before cutting into squares for serving.
10. Optional Garnish: If desired, top with chopped nuts or sprinkles for added texture.
These steps will guide you in creating the incredible Ice Cream Pretzel Cake effortlessly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Fat: 18g
- Protein: 5g