The Keto diet has gained popularity in recent years as a way to lose weight and improve overall health. One of the challenges of following a Keto diet is finding tasty and satisfying low-carb snacks and desserts. The good news is that you can enjoy a delicious and guilt-free treat with this Keto Jello Pretzel Salad recipe.
This recipe is not only delicious but also easy to make. It is a perfect option to take to parties, potlucks, or picnics, and a great alternative to traditional high-carb snacks.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup crushed low-carb pretzels
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated erythritol or another low-carb sweetener
- 1 (6 oz) package of sugar-free Jello, any flavor
- 2 cups boiling water
- 1 cup cold water
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup granulated erythritol or another low-carb sweetener
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the crushed pretzels, melted butter, and 1/4 cup of erythritol. Mix well and press the mixture into the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Bake the pretzel crust for 8-10 minutes, or until lightly golden brown. Remove from the oven and let it cool.
- In a large bowl, dissolve the Jello in 2 cups of boiling water. Stir in 1 cup of cold water and let it cool.
- In another mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and 1/4 cup of erythritol until smooth.
- In a separate mixing bowl, beat the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
- Fold the cream cheese mixture into the whipped cream. Spread the mixture over the cooled pretzel crust.
- Pour the Jello over the cream cheese layer and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until the Jello is set.
The Keto Jello Pretzel Salad is a delicious and satisfying treat that is perfect for those following a low-carb diet. The crunchy pretzel crust, creamy cream cheese layer, and sweet Jello layer make for a perfect combination of textures and flavors. The use of low-carb sweeteners and sugar-free Jello makes this recipe a guilt-free way to satisfy your sweet tooth without the added carbohydrates and sugar.
With this recipe, you can enjoy a tasty and healthy dessert that is easy to make, you can make it in advance and have it ready for any event. It is also a versatile recipe, you can change the Jello flavor to suit any occasion, red for Valentine’s Day, green for St. Patrick’s Day, etc.
This recipe is perfect for people following a keto diet, and it is also gluten-free and can be adapted to be dairy-free, it is a great recipe for people with dietary restrictions.