Pineapple Pretzel Fluff

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Looking for a unique and delicious dessert recipe? Well, look no further than this pineapple pretzel fluff! This refreshing and light dessert combines the tangy sweetness of pineapple with the salty crunch of pretzels, creating a delectable treat that is sure to be a hit at any gathering.

The recipe is incredibly easy to make and requires just a handful of simple ingredients, making it perfect for a last-minute dessert option. The creamy texture of the fluff paired with the satisfying crunch of the pretzels creates a delightful contrast of textures that will keep you coming back for more.

Whether you’re hosting a summer barbecue, potluck, or simply looking for a sweet treat to enjoy at home, this pineapple pretzel fluff is a must-try. So gather up your ingredients and get ready to impress your friends and family with this irresistible and unique dessert! 

 Here’s why we love this Pineapple Pretzel Fluff recipe-

• The sweet pineapple mixture and crunchy pretzels in this Pineapple Pretzel Salad come together to make the perfect sweet treat with just a hint of salt and pretzel crunch.
• It is such an easy recipe. Once you bake your sugar coated, salty pretzels, you’ll just toss everything together in a large mixing bowl.
• For it to be so simple, this recipe will take your taste buds on an adventure between the sweet cream cheese, delicious pineapple, and satisfying crunch of the crushed pretzels.
• While not technically a no bake dessert, we do consider this to be on the same scale as far as ease to make.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup crushed pretzels
• ½ cup butter, melted
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• (1) 8 ounce package cream cheese
• 20 ounces crushed pineapple, drained
• About 4 ½ cups cool whip whipped topping (1 ½ 8 ounce containers)

How to Make Pineapple Pretzel Fluff

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 400 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2: In a medium bowl, stir together pretzels, 1/2 cup sugar and melted butter.

Step 3: Spread the pretzel mixture out evenly into a layer onto the parchment paper.

Step 4: Bake for 7 minutes.

Step 5: Remove from the oven and allow the pretzel mixture to cool completely.

Step 6: In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, until smooth.

Step 7: Mix in remaining ½ cup granulated sugar, drained pineapple, and cool whip, until well combined.

Step 8 : Reserve about 1/4 cup of the candied pretzels for sprinkling on top, and mix the rest of the pretzel pieces into the cream cheese mixture. Chill until ready to serve.

Step 9: Add to a serving bowl, top with reserved pretzel pieces, and serve with extra pretzels for dipping.

How to Store this Pineapple Pretzel Fluff Salad

Store any leftovers in the refrigerator in an airtight container, before serving again you’ll want to mix everything really well, and you want to enjoy this within 48 hours of making.

Recipe Tips and Tricks

Looking for the perfect sweet and salty dish to bring to your next picnic or potluck? Look no further than the pineapple pretzel fluff recipe! This scrumptious dessert combines the tartness of pineapple with the crunch of pretzels for a unique and delightful flavor combination. However, to ensure that your dish is a hit, it’s important to keep a few tips in mind.

• First, be sure to thoroughly drain the pineapple before adding it to the mixture, as excess moisture can make the pretzels soggy.
• Additionally, consider crushing the pretzels into smaller pieces to ensure that every bite contains the perfect balance of flavors and textures.
• Finally, make sure to serve the dish soon after assembling it to avoid the pretzels becoming too soft. On the flip side, just wait to add the pretzel mixture right before serving.
• You can do this same recipe with any drained, canned fruit- think chopped pears, mixed fruit, mandarin oranges, or any other canned option that you see in fruit salads.
• Alternatively, you can use fresh strawberries in this recipe to make a strawberry pretzel salad.
• This recipe can be served as a dessert, or a sweet side dish!
• This makes a great Easter side dish or dessert. We love making fluff salads for spring time potlucks.

Can I use fresh pineapple in this fluff recipe?

Yes! You can definitely swap the canned for fresh pineapple. You’ll need about two cups, and to “crush” the pineapple, you can use the chop setting on your blender.

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