Pineapple-Orange Pretzel Squares

SERVES: 12

CHILL TIME: 4 Hr

COOK TIME: 10 Min

The next time you need a great dessert to bring to a potluck, try this recipe for Pineapple-Orange Pretzel Squares. This easy dessert features a sweet and salty combination that's always welcome! There's lots of creamy and fruity goodness in every bite!

What You'll Need

2 1/2 cups crushed pretzels
2 sticks butter, melted
1 cup plus 3 tablespoons sugar, divided
1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 (8-ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
1 (20-ounce) can crushed pineapple, with juice reserved
1 (4-serving-size) package instant vanilla pudding mix
1 (11-ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained

What to Do

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Coat a 9- x 13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
In a medium bowl, combine pretzels, butter, and 3 tablespoons sugar. Press mixture into baking dish. Bake 10 minutes; let cool.
In a large bowl with an electric mixer, beat cream cheese and remaining 1 cup sugar until smooth. Fold in whipped topping. Spread mixture evenly over pretzel crust.
In a medium bowl, combine pineapple with juice and pudding mix until thoroughly combined. Gently stir in oranges. Spread over cream cheese layer.
Cover and chill at least 4 hours, or until firm. Cut into squares and serve.

Nutritional InformationShow More

Servings Per Recipe: 12

Amount Per Serving % Daily Value *
Calories 448
Calories from Fat 231
Total Fat 26g 39 %
Saturated Fat 17g 83 %
Trans Fat 0.6g 0 %
Protein 3.4g 7 %

Amount Per Serving % Daily Value *
Cholesterol 61mg 20 %
Sodium 556mg 23 %
Total Carbohydrates 52g 17 %
Dietary Fiber 1.2g 5 %
Sugars 36g 0 %

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suzydew 6820968

Dec 31, 2018

Do you use the pudding mix dry

Test Kitchen Team

Jan 02, 2019

Yes! The pudding mix is used dry. Enjoy!

rac7431 2877525

Mar 19, 2018

Horrible thing happened. I lost the recipe and had to search all over for it!!!!

rac7431 2877525

Mar 19, 2018

AwWWwwwwwwwwww Yes, yes, yes. Bought crushed pineapple today because it was BOGO!! How lucky is that!!!! Gunna soon make for company!

kmcartoonity 62072 74

Aug 30, 2017

I have made a potluck dessert similar to this one before using strawberries, jello, cream cheese, and a pretzel crust. I had great results and it was a big hit at the party. I can't wait to try this tropical variation - it looks very fresh and summery! It seems like it would taste sort of like a pineapple dreamsicle!

NancyT

Aug 12, 2017

This is really good! It's a refreshing treat on a hot summer day. A few people have told me they think it's very rich. I usually cut it into 18 or 24 pieces, making sure everyone knows they can have more. I have some younger grandchildren who don't care for the crust and cream cheese layers, so I double the pineapple-orange mixture and keep half for those who only want that part. I've also made this with different crusts (pie, puff pastry, Graham crackers), but the saltiness of the pretzel crust is a terrific contrast to the other layers.

judyalloy 7972318

May 02, 2020

I dont like pretzels,so Id make a graham wafer crust..