Ice Cream Pretzel Cake

Indulge in the perfect balance of sweet and salty with this delectable Ice Cream Pretzel Cake! Featuring layers of creamy vanilla ice cream, crunchy salted pretzel crust, rich hot fudge, and gooey caramel, this no-bake dessert is a showstopper for any occasion. The crushed pretzel crust adds a delightful crunch, while the whipped cream and mini chocolate chips provide a dreamy finish. Ready in just 30 minutes of prep time, this frozen treat is perfect for summer parties, birthdays, or anytime you crave a refreshing dessert with a twist. Serve chilled and watch it disappear in seconds!

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 3 cups Salted pretzels
• 1 cup Unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 1.5 quarts Vanilla ice cream
• 1 cup Hot fudge sauce
• 0.5 cup Caramel sauce
• 2 cups Whipped cream
• 0.5 cup Mini chocolate chips
• 0.25 cup Chopped pretzels (optional garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Crush 2.5 cups of salted pretzels into small pieces using a rolling pin or food processor. Reserve the remaining 0.5 cup for garnish (optional).

Step 2

Melt 1 cup of unsalted butter in a small saucepan or in the microwave. Stir in 0.5 cup granulated sugar until fully dissolved.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, combine the crushed pretzels with the butter and sugar mixture. Mix well to coat evenly.

Step 4

Press the pretzel mixture into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish or springform pan, creating a compact crust. Chill in the freezer for 15 minutes to set.

Step 5

Let the vanilla ice cream soften slightly at room temperature for about 5-10 minutes. Spread half of the softened ice cream evenly over the chilled pretzel crust.

Step 6

Drizzle 0.5 cup of hot fudge sauce over the ice cream layer, followed by 0.25 cup of caramel sauce. Sprinkle 0.25 cup of mini chocolate chips over the sauces.

Step 7

Spread the remaining softened ice cream over the previous layer to create an even second layer.

Step 8

Drizzle the remaining hot fudge sauce (0.5 cup) and caramel sauce (0.25 cup) over the top layer. Garnish with whipped cream, the reserved crushed pretzels, and the remaining mini chocolate chips.

Step 9

Cover the cake with plastic wrap or aluminum foil and freeze for at least 4 hours, or until fully firm.

Step 10

Remove the cake from the freezer 5-10 minutes before serving to allow it to soften slightly. Slice into squares or wedges and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2638.2 grams (2638.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	7766

Total Fat 344.70g	442%
Saturated Fat 205.00g	1025%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.80g
Cholesterol 1005mg	335%
Sodium 9126mg	397%
Total Carbohydrate 1089.90g	396%
Dietary Fiber 27.10g	97%
Total Sugars 647.00g
Protein 92.90g	186%

Vitamin D 54IU	272%
Calcium 2059mg	158%
Iron 22mg	122%
Potassium 4130mg	88%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.6%

Protein: 4.7%

Carbs: 55.7%