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    Published: Jul 10, 2019 · Modified: Mar 26, 2023 by Renée · This post may contain affiliate links · 4 Comments

    Blueberry Pretzel Dessert

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    When you want to make something familiar...but with a twist, then this Blueberry Pretzel Dessert with Bananas is just the ticket!

    A vertical closeup photo of a blueberry pretzel dessert on a blue plate with a fork and a bowl of blueberries in the background.

    I was looking to update a classic when I developed this recipe for Blueberry Banana Pretzel Dessert.

    This easy to make fruit, cream cheese, and pretzel bar treat is my riff on the strawberry pretzel dessert that everyone loves. But, this one has a cool new look, and glorious blue color. It looks like a summer day at the beach!

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    • The ingredient list:
    • Kitchen tools and equipment needed:
    • Can this gelatin dessert be frozen?
    • How long can this blueberry pretzel dessert sit outside during the summer?
    • Do I have to add bananas to this gelatin dessert?
    • What is the best way to make pretzel crumbs for the crust?
    • Additional summertime dessert recipes
    • Printable Recipe Card
    • Please comment if you've made this recipe.

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    Closeup photo of a slice of blueberry pretzel dessert with bananas, blue jello, pretzel crust, and cheesecake layer on a blue plate.

    The ingredient list:

    • Pretzels, crushed
    • Granulated Sugar
    • Butter, melted
    • Cream Cheese softened
    • Vanilla Extract
    • Milk
    • Cool Whip
    • Blue Gelatin
    • Fresh Blueberries
    • Bananas
    • Lemon Zest

    Kitchen tools and equipment needed:

    • 9 x 13 baking dish
    • food processor (optional)
    • gallon zip-top bag (for crushing pretzels)
    • rolling pin (for crushing pretzels)
    • large bowls
    • small bowls
    • microwave-safe bowls
    • whisk
    • hand mixer (or stand mixer)
    • spatula
    • measuring cups and spoons
    • baking spray
    • paring knife
    • cutting board
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    Can this gelatin dessert be frozen?

    No!

    But it will keep in the refrigerator for up to 7 days if covered well.

    How long can this blueberry pretzel dessert sit outside during the summer?

    This can sit out for approximately 60 minutes depending on how hot it is outside. After that amount of time, it's wise to refrigerate it again so it firms up.

    If the temperatures exceed 90-degrees, don't let it sit out for longer than 30 minutes without refrigerating.

    Do I have to add bananas to this gelatin dessert?

    No!

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    By all means, leave them out if you're not a fan. OR double them if you go ape for bananas. Your dessert. Your call.

    What is the best way to make pretzel crumbs for the crust?

    • You can pulse the pretzels in a food processor.
    • You can smash them in a zip-top bag.
    • You can roll over them with your car.
    • Just seeing if you're paying attention. LOL
    Closeup photo of a pretzel crusted blue gelatin dessert with bananas and blueberries.

    Additional summertime dessert recipes

    No-Churn Lemon Blueberry Ice Cream is spiked with just a touch of Malibu Rum to keep it rich and creamy. It's the perfect adult treat with just the right amount of tart, and the right amount of sweet.

    This Fresh Peach Crostata is similar to biting into a fresh ripe peach except it has a flaky piecrust shell, and it's best served warm and with a fork.

    You're going to love how easy and delicious these Apple Pie Wedges are to make...and eat. With store-bought or homemade pie crust, apple pie wedges are utterly delicious!!

    Title text image of blueberry banana pretzel dessert with blue gelatin, bananas and blueberries.

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    Slice of blueberry banana pretzel dessert on a blue plate with a fork.

    Blueberry Banana Pretzel Dessert

    Renee Goerger
    When you want to make something familiar...but with a twist, then this Blueberry Banana Pretzel Dessert is just the ticket!
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    Prep Time 15 minutes mins
    Cook Time 15 minutes mins
    Additional Time 2 hours hrs
    Total Time 2 hours hrs 30 minutes mins
    Servings 12 servings
    Calories 363 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • FOR THE GELATIN:
    • 1 box 6 ounces blue gelatin, made according to package directions. Chill.
    • FOR THE PRETZEL CRUST:
    • 2 cups crushed pretzels
    • ¼ cup granulated sugar
    • ⅔ cup butter melted
    • FOR THE CREAM CHEESE LAYER:
    • 12 ounces 1 and ½ blocks cream cheese, softened
    • 2 tablespoons milk
    • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon zest
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • ¼ cup granulated sugar
    • 1 cup whipped topping
    • ADDITIONAL GELATIN ADD-INS
    • 4 cups fresh blueberries
    • 2 bananas sliced
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    Instructions
     

    PREPARE THE GELATIN AND CHILL FOR 30 MINUTES.

      TO MAKE THE PRETZEL CRUST:

      • Preheat oven to 350-degrees.
      • In a large bowl, stir together the pretzel crumbs, melted butter and sugar.
      • Press the crumb mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9 x 13 baking dish.
      • Bake for 15 minutes. Set aside to cool completely.

      TO MAKE THE CREAM CHEESE LAYER:

      • In a large bowl, blend together the cream cheese, ¼ cup sugar, milk, vanilla, lemon zest and whipped topping.
      • Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cooled pretzel crust.

      TO COMPLETE THE GELATIN LAYER:

      • Stir the blueberries and sliced bananas into the set gelatin and spoon the mixture evenly over the cream cheese layer in the 9 x 13 dish.
      • Return the dessert back to the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
      • Serve chilled.

      Nutrition

      Serving: 1servingCalories: 363kcalCarbohydrates: 31gProtein: 11gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 58mgSodium: 414mgFiber: 2gSugar: 18g

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      I sincerely hope you've enjoyed today's recipe for today's easy blueberry dessert bars as much as I've enjoyed bringing it to you!

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      1. Abigail Raines says

        June 25, 2020 at 8:53 am

        Wow! This is one show-stopping gorgeous summer dessert! Love the freshness from the berries and the contrast with the creamy cheesy base - perfect!

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        • Renée says

          June 25, 2020 at 9:39 am

          Thank you so much, Abigail!

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      2. Kris Reinhard says

        September 04, 2019 at 8:44 pm

        I made the blueberry pretzel dessert, it was really good. I kept the pretzels in bigger chunks and subbed some graham cracker crumbs for them in the crust to help hold it together. Also chopped the bananas instead of sliced. All that kind of made things a little more chunky and messy, but its dessert, it's funner that way.

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        • Renée says

          September 04, 2019 at 8:55 pm

          Love it, Kris! Dessert should always be fun!!

          Reply

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