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    Published: Jul 10, 2019 · Modified: May 4, 2022 by Renée · This post may contain affiliate links · 4 Comments

    Blueberry Pretzel Dessert

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    A closeup vertical picture of a slice of blueberry pretzel dessert on a blue plate with a fork and title text overlay graphic

    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!

    **Please Note - The printable recipe card with detailed instructions, complete ingredient measurements, and nutritional information for making Blueberry Pretzel Dessert with Bananas is available at the end of this post. OR click on the "jump to recipe" text (found above) to be taken directly to the 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 for making blueberry pretzel dessert:

    **Note - The following lists of ingredients plus kitchen tools and equipment contain affiliate links (highlighted in blue) for your consideration and shopping convenience. #CommissionsEarned

    • 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

    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!

    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.

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

    Below is the printable recipe card along with the nutritional information for today’s gelatin dessert with fresh blueberries and bananas.

    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!
    5 from 3 votes
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 15 mins
    Additional Time 2 hrs
    Total Time 2 hrs 30 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

    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
      Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

      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!

      A horizontal photo of a slice of blueberry pretzel dessert on a blue plate with a fork and a lemon in the background.

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      Comments

      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!

        Reply
        • Renée says

          June 25, 2020 at 9:39 am

          Thank you so much, Abigail!

          Reply
      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.

        Reply
        • Renée says

          September 04, 2019 at 8:55 pm

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

          Reply

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