Thursday, June 4, 2015

Fresh Peach Pretzel Dessert



Carol's back with another fantastic recipe. I can't wait to make this. Thank you SO much Carol for gracing the blog with this fantastic recipe and photo.


                                          Fresh Peach Pretzel Dessert

I always look forward to buying my first bag of fresh peaches from the local orchard.  There's just nothing like them. I envy all of you that are already able to get your hands on those sweet peaches in your part of the country. Here in MA, they usually arrive at the end of July and boy, I can't wait.

We love to eat them just as they are, out of hand, but I also love using them in desserts. There's just nothing better than homemade peach pie....peach sorbet....peach jam...and......

Fresh Peach Pretzel Dessert.  Uh huh, that's right....

Since some of you are enjoying those wonderful fresh peaches now, I thought it would be a good time to share this recipe.

I bet a lot of you are familiar with the version of this dessert made with strawberries. I was-I'd seen plenty of recipes for it in cookbooks and on the internet, but had never tried it.  When a friend on a recipe forum shared this recipe a few years ago, I just knew I had to try it.

One thing that I love about this recipe is that it comes out fantastic using full fat OR light ingredients....even sugar free ingredients work. 

I use sugar free peach gelatin in this since it's what I usually have on hand, along with light frozen whipped topping. I usually make this with sugar but have also used Splenda with great results. I use low fat cream cheese too....it's what I always buy. I don't recommend using fat-free ingredients though-they just don't set up firm enough.

This is super easy to put together-it only takes a little time to allow the crust and gelatin to cool and the filling to firm up a little. Once that happens, the topping gets spread over that luscious cream cheese filling and into the refrigerator it goes for the gelatin to completely set.  It's a great make-ahead recipe for a summer party.

One bite and you get the best of everything. It's the perfect blend of salty, sweet, fruit, creamy and crunchy all rolled into one.  The versatility of this recipe is only limited to your imagination-just about any fruit and complimentary gelatin would be wonderful.  I have to say though-I'm really in love with this one.

This is a go-to warm weather treat for us-I hope it will be for you too.

Carol  


FRESH PEACH PRETZEL DESSERT

(Source: slightly adapted from NancyL @ basinpeacemakers-original recipe found HERE)

CRUST:
2 c. crushed pretzels
1/2 c. butter, melted
3 Tbsp. granulated sugar

FILLING:
1 (8 oz.) pkg. light OR regular cream cheese,  softened
3/4 c. granulated sugar OR you can use a sugar substitute
1/2 tsp. almond extract 
1 (8 oz.) container light OR regular frozen whipped topping, thawed

TOPPING:
2 (4 servings each) pkg. sugar-free OR regular peach gelatin 
2 c. boiling water
4 c. peeled sliced fresh peaches (about 6 peaches, depending on their size)

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.

For the crust, in a large bowl, combine the pretzels, melted butter and sugar. Mix well.  Spread the mixture evenly in the bottom of a 13x9-inch baking pan or dish. Bake @ 400 degrees for 6-8 minutes. Set the crust aside to cool completely. The crust won't be quite as firm as a graham cracker crust.
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For the filling, in a large bowl beat together the cream cheese, sugar and almond extract until light, fluffy and smooth.  Fold in the whipped  topping.

Gently spread the filling over the completely cooled pretzel crust. Place in the refrigerator.


For the topping, whisk together the peach gelatin and boiling water until the gelatin is completely dissolved.  Allow the gelatin to cool to room temperature.  Stir the sliced peaches into the gelatin, then place the mixture in the refrigerator until it starts to thicken-about 20-30 minutes. The gelatin should be the consistency of unbeaten egg whites. 

Gently spoon the peach mixture over the filling and spread it so the peaches and gelatin evenly cover the top. Return the pan to the refrigerator and chill until firm. Once the gelatin is firm to the touch, I cover the pan with foil.  I like to refrigerate this overnight before cutting it to be sure that everything sets up firmly.  Makes 12 servings.

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79 comments:

  1. Carol did it again. With a beautiful photo you want to reach in and sneak a taste. This looks so tempting. I am not a peach person, but I do like to look at the recipes and share them for others who are. But.....hint, hint.....if you could find some pineapple or cherry recipes to share, I would be in my glory. I love the idea of a pretzel crust. Pretzels are a very favorite of mine, and using them in anyway possible is good for me. Thanks Carol for this share and I will pass it on.

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    1. Thanks Myra for passing the recipe on....and I think I have just what you're looking for using cherry or pineapple. :)

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  2. This looks amazing! I would love if you stopped by My place and shared your stuff on My 2 Favorite Things on Thursday - Link Party!!

    Have a great Weekend!!

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    1. Thank you, Elaine...it's mighty tasty that's for sure. Something a little different.

      Have a good day and a wonderful weekend. :)

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  3. Myra, You have Email :)

    I love this stuff and have made it, with blueberries. This recipe is very adaptable as Carol said. The crust is out of this world delicious. I have another version I want to make and just haven't done it yet. Thanks for the reminder Carol, You take a recipe to the moon and back!

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    1. I remember the blueberry version, Cyndy....you're right-this recipe is easy to adapt to the fruit/jello combination you like.

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  4. Thanks for the email.....and thanks Carol for sharing the other recipes.......I can't wait to try them both.

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    1. Welcome! Glad I had what you were looking for, Myra.....

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  5. This looks great! I've had a similar strawberry pretzel recipe, but the peach is another great twist. YUM!

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    1. Good morning Blair...this is VERY yum...I can't wait for the fresh peaches to arrive this summer.

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  6. It looks sooooooo good! And such a great and lovely idea to use pretzel! :)

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    1. Thanks so much.....that pretzel crust sends this dessert over the top-it's SO good. :)

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  7. An inventive and delicious spin to use pretzels. Delicious dessert--so perfect for peach season.

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    1. It sure is a fun dessert and a perfect spot for fresh peaches...the pretzel crust really adds. :)

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  8. Wow! I know I'm going to love this one. It is a lot like the strawberry pretzel salad/dessert that I often make as my "dish to pass" at potlucks. So popular I usually have to make 2. Pinned it :) Hey, have you shared this at my Wonderful Wednesday Blog Hop yet? If you haven't please do this week. As you know, we go live 7pm ET Tuesdays for those who like to get in early. (How's your puppy? ---Max is it?)

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    1. Thanks so much-I hope you enjoy this version as much as the strawberry one.

      See ya on Wednesday! :)

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    2. Sinea- Carol and Cyndy are good friends and excellent cooks/bakers. They are sharing recipes and I hope you and your readers enjoy them.

      I try to get to the party as soon as it opens and Carols and Cyndys recipe will be on next Wednesday.

      Yes! Max is doing great. He's loves being at on Long Island and playing at the dog park with all his buddies. Thank you for asking.

      See you Wednesday at the party.

      Linda

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  9. I'm betting the salty pretzel and sweet peaches go together well beautifully! Thanks for stopping by and sharing this on Five Friday Finds!

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    1. Thank you CJ-I love a salty/sweet combo in desserts and this fits the bill nicely.

      Have a great rest of the weekend! :)

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  10. I Love this idea and it is now on my list to try too! Thank you!
    Thanks for stopping by the Say G'day Party and sharing! Pinned all your submissions and look forward to seeing you next Saturday!!

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    1. Thanks so much Joanne- I hope if you give this a try you'll enjoy it as much as we do.

      Have a great rest of the weekend...see you next Saturday! :)

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  11. I love pretzel jello! This is a fun twist on the normal strawberry one. Thanks for sharing at Idea Box!

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  12. I love strawberry pretzel salad....I never thought of trying peaches! This sounds amazing! :)

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    1. Thanks Katy-it's pretty dang delicious that's for sure. :)

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  13. Wow thanks for sharing this delicious looking peach dessert at Cooking & Crafting with J&J link up party this week!

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    1. Thank you Julie-thanks for stopping by. :)

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    1. It is pretty tasty that's for sure. :)

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  15. This dessert looks much harder than it is - I love those type of recipes. Thanks for sharing with us at #AnythingGoes #8

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    1. Boy you're so right Sue.....makes you look like you slaved in the kitchen but we know better. Gotta love that!

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  16. Your recipe reminded me of another pretzel dessert that I used to make that was so good. I love the sweet and salty together. Thanks for sharing at the #AnythingGoes Link Party!

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    1. I'm with you Sandy-that salty/sweet combination is SO good. Hooks me every time. :)

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  17. Oh wow...what a neat recipe!! Yummy!

    Thanks for joining Cooking and Crafting with J &J!

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    1. Thank you Jess-I hope you enjoy it if you give it a try.

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  18. Wow, doesn't that look good! Peach is always so refreshing. Thanks for sharing at the #HomeMattersParty - we're looking forward to what you have to share next week. :)

    ~Lorelai
    Life With Lorelai

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    1. Thanks Lorelai-I agree, peaches are the best. :)

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  19. This looks so yummy! I love fresh peach anything. Thanks for sharing!

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    1. Thank you Leesha-I'm really looking forward to fresh peaches-we love them too. :)

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  20. Your Fresh Peach Pretzel dessert looks and sounds delicious. I will have to try your recipe. Thank you for sharing with the Clever Chicks Blog Hop! I hope you’ll join us again next week!

    Cheers,
    Kathy Shea Mormino
    The Chicken Chick
    http://www.The-Chicken-Chick.com

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    1. Hi Kathy-I hope you enjoy the dessert if you give it a try. Thank you and see you next week. :)

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  21. This looks wonderful! Great combo of flavors, I bet it is delicious! Thanks for sharing at totally terrific tuesday :)

    Alexis from www.chemistrycachet.com

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    1. Thanks Alexlis-gotta love that sweet/salty....and fruit! :) Have a great week...

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  22. Look lush! Will have to try it out! Thank you for sharing it with us #pintorials

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    1. Thanks Eileen.....it's so easy-the perfect treat for a warm summer day. :)

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  23. Thanks so much for this! I've only had the strawberry version of this, and although it's delicious, my hubby will not touch anything with strawberries! I had thought of using the peaches, which he loves, but I'm loving seeing it in recipe form here. Thanks again!

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    1. Awesome Debbie! I hope your husband enjoys this dessert....it always makes a big splash when I make and take it to parties. :)

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  24. It is not easy to find pretzels here, but that recipe of yours look delicious!
    Thanks for sharing it on #WednesdayWisdom.

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    1. Thank you Debbie-sorry pretzels are so hard to come by for you-this is one tasty dessert.

      I just visited your blog-you're an inspiration! My husband has been to Belgium and the Netherlands for work....I think he'd be very happy to go back-he loved both. I loved the chocolate he brought home to me. :)

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  25. Looks yummy! Thanx for sharing with us at THT.

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  26. Hi ! I think this is awesome and I am featuring you tomorrow!! Thanks for sharing on My 2 Favorite Things on Thursday!! Hope you come back tomorrow!! Pinned!!

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    1. Thanks SO much for the feature, Elaine. This is a good one for sure-perfect light dessert for a hot summer day.

      See you at the party! :)

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  27. Love this!! What a unique combo, and it looks A-MAZING! Thank you for linking up to Creative K Kids’ Tasty Tuesdays via Creatively Homespun! I have pinned all your posts to our Tasty Tuesdays Pinterest Board! I hope to see you again this week! xo

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    1. Thanks so much for the pin! See you soon. :)

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  28. Looks really good! I've done something similar with strawberries. Peaches…even better! Pinning!

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    1. You know Bonnie, I've never had the strawberry version. I tried this one with the peaches and got hooked....I'm sure the other is amazing too.

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  29. I love the strawberry version of this! I bet the peach is great too! Thanks for linking up with me for Friday Favorites. I'm featuring you this week.

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    1. Thanks so much for the feature, Jerri! If you love peaches and you love the strawberry version of this dessert-I bet you're gonna be over the moon with this one. :)

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  30. I think this looks so delicious and noticed someone also suggested strawberry as an alternative. Yum. Thanks for linking up with #WednesdaysWisdom

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    1. This is SO good Sue-I've seen recipes for this using all kinds of fruit.....can't go wrong with just about any of them. It's such a good combination with the crunchy crust and the creamy filling,.....add a layer of fruit and it seals the deal. :)

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  31. I really like the sound of this, bookmarked it, going to try soon.#pintorials

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    1. Thanks you Sadhna-I hope you enjoy it as much as we do if you give it a try.

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  32. Anything made with peaches has to be delicious:-) Thanks for linking up and sharing with us at Funtastic Friday. Hope you join us again this week.

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    1. I totally agree Sherry-there's nothing like fresh peaches....I can't wait for them to arrive here in MA.....a little over a month more to be patient....it ain't easy.

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  33. I like the pretzel crust, sounds like it'd bring in interesting salty crunchiness to the desert and how can you go wrong with summer peaches? Yum! Thanks for sharing with Small Victories Sunday Linkup. Pinning to our linkup board and hope you found some great posts to visit this week!

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    1. Thank you Tanya-you're so right-salty crunch and sweet fruit plus creamy filling adds up to a slice of DELICIOUS! I always find great posts and ideas at your party....there are some amazingly talented people sharing wonderful things every week.

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  34. Love this innovative dessert, thanks for sharing with Hearth and soul blog hop. pinning, tweeting and sharing in google plus.

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    1. Thanks so much for all of the sharing, Swathi! :)

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  35. Wow! That looks incredible. I'm so impressed. Pinned and tweeted. We appreciate you stopping by to party with us. We hope to see you, Monday at 7 pm. Happy Sunday! Lou Lou Girls

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    1. Thank you Kimberly-this is SO good and super easy too. Thanks for the pin and tweet-see you Monday! :)

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  36. I love salty sweet food. This looks amazing!

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  37. Love the sweet/salty combo!!!! Thank you so much for linking up at Tasty Tuesday! Your recipe has been pinned to the Tasty Tuesday Pinterest board! Please join us again this week!

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    1. Thanks so much for the pin! See you next week :)

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  38. I've never seen pretzel dessert made with peaches before! Thank you for sharing at Pin Worthy Wednesday!

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    1. I hadn't either Jocelyn-I'm so glad I tried it.....it's delicious. :)

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  39. Yum, this looks so good! I have made this with raspberries and strawberries, but never peaches. Can't wait to try it! Thanks for sharing with SYC. Pinned.
    hugs,
    Jann

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    1. Thanks so much for the pin....I hope you enjoy this as much as we do. :)

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