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Ice Cream Pretzel Cake Recipe

Craving a ridiculously delicious dessert that's both sweet and salty? This No-Bake Ice Cream Pretzel Cake is your answer! Inspired by family favorites, this easy-to-make treat combines crunchy pretzels, creamy ice cream, and rich fudge for a flavor explosion that will have everyone asking for seconds. Make it ahead and keep it frozen for an irresistible, anytime dessert.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 305 kcal
Protein 9g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Ice Cream Pretzel Cake

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How to Make Ice Cream Pretzel Cake

  1. Crush 1 ½ cups pretzels into crumbs using a food processor or by placing them in a zip-top bag and crushing with a rolling pin.
  2. Melt 6 tablespoons (3 ounces) of unsalted butter in a microwave-safe bowl.
  3. Add melted butter to pretzel crumbs and mix until evenly moistened.
  4. Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of a greased 9-inch springform pan.
  5. Cover and freeze for at least 30 minutes to set.
  6. Spread 1 cup of your favorite fudge topping evenly over the chilled pretzel crust.
  7. Cover and freeze for 15 minutes.
  8. Set aside 16 chocolate-covered pretzels for garnish.
  9. Crush the remaining pretzels into crumbs using a food processor.
  10. In a large bowl, gently fold in 2 pints of your favorite ice cream (slightly softened) into the pretzel crumbs until combined. Don't overmix!
  11. Spread the ice cream mixture evenly over the fudge layer.
  12. Drizzle with ¼ cup caramel topping.
  13. Garnish with the reserved chocolate-covered pretzels.
  14. Cover and freeze for at least 8 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the cake to set completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

16 g

Sugar

77g

Fat

39g

Carbs

14g

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