Pretzel Crust

Vegetarian
Pretzel Crust
45 min.
8
232kcal

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Craving something savory yet sweet? This Pretzel Crust is the perfect balance of both! It’s a delightful twist on the classic pie crust, offering a crunchy texture and a touch of saltiness that pairs wonderfully with your favorite fillings. Whether you're making a creamy cheesecake, a decadent chocolate mousse, or a fruity tart, this crust will elevate any dessert with its unique flavor profile.

With just a few simple ingredients—light brown sugar, melted butter, and finely crushed pretzel sticks—you can create a crust that’s as easy to make as it is irresistible. In just 45 minutes, you’ll have a golden, slightly crisp crust that provides the perfect base for your dessert. The sweet and salty combination is sure to win over anyone who takes a bite.

What’s even better? This Pretzel Crust is vegetarian-friendly, making it an excellent option for a variety of dietary needs. Plus, it’s incredibly versatile—if you love experimenting with flavors, you can tweak the sweetness or saltiness to your liking. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or making a treat just for yourself, this crust is sure to impress!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup firmly brown sugar light packed
  • 0.8 cup butter melted
  • cups pretzel sticks crushed finely

Equipment

  • oven
  • wire rack

Directions

  1. Stir together all ingredients; firmly press crumb mixture on bottom, up sides, and onto lip of a lightly greased 9-inch pieplate.
  2. Bake at 350 for 10 to 12 minutes or until lightly browned.
  3. Remove to a wire rack, and cool crust 1 hour or until completely cool before filling.

Nutrition Facts

Calories232kcal
Protein2.68%
Fat66.98%
Carbs30.34%

Properties

Glycemic Index
16.63
Glycemic Load
8.95
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
2.5486956782963%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:232.47kcal
11.62%
Fat:17.67g
27.18%
Saturated Fat:10.99g
68.71%
Carbohydrates:18.01g
6%
Net Carbohydrates:17.54g
6.38%
Sugar:6.99g
7.77%
Cholesterol:45.75mg
15.25%
Sodium:312.36mg
13.58%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.59g
3.18%
Vitamin A:531.82IU
10.64%
Manganese:0.14mg
6.75%
Folate:26.05µg
6.51%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
4.03%
Iron:0.69mg
3.86%
Vitamin B3:0.75mg
3.77%
Vitamin E:0.56mg
3.73%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
3.16%
Phosphorus:23.3mg
2.33%
Fiber:0.48g
1.9%
Vitamin K:1.88µg
1.79%
Calcium:14.59mg
1.46%
Selenium:0.91µg
1.3%
Potassium:45.47mg
1.3%
Magnesium:5.1mg
1.28%
Copper:0.03mg
1.25%
Zinc:0.17mg
1.11%
Source:My Recipes