Are you ready for a dessert that will truly wow your taste buds? Introducing Orange Pretzel Lasagna! But don’t be fooled by its name; this isn’t your traditional lasagna. Instead of noodles, this delightful treat features layers of sweet and crunchy goodness that will have you coming back for more.

The magic begins with a crunchy base formed by combining pretzels, pecans, sugar, and melted butter. This mixture creates the perfect texture to complement the creamy layers to come. Next up is a creamy blend of cream cheese, sweetened condensed milk, and a hint of tangy lemon juice. The smooth and velvety texture of this layer is simply divine.

Now, here comes the showstopper – a layer of refreshing orange jello and sweet mandarin oranges. The combination of the crunchy pretzels, creamy cheesecake layer, and zesty oranges is simply irresistible. It’s a symphony of flavors and textures that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy.

And the best part? Orange Pretzel Lasagna is incredibly easy to make! In just 15 minutes of active time, you can put together this crowd-pleasing dessert. Although it does require some overnight chilling in the fridge, trust us, it’s worth the wait.

So go ahead and treat yourself to a slice of Orange Pretzel Lasagna. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply satisfying your sweet tooth, this dessert is sure to impress. Don’t just take our word for it – everyone who tries it falls in love. Give it a try and see for yourself!

Orange Pretzel Lasagna

Serves 6-8 Preparation Time: 15 minutes (active) + 12 hours (inactive)

Ingredients

• For the crust:
  • 3/4 cup pecans
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2 1/2 cups pretzels
  • 3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
• For the cream cheese filling:
  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 14 oz sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 8 oz Cool Whip, thawed
• For the jello topping:
  • 2 boxes (3 oz each) orange jello
  • 1 3/4 cup boiling water
  • 30 oz mandarin oranges, drained

Preparation

1. Start by preparing the crust. In a food processor, combine the pecans and sugar and pulse until crumbly. Add the pretzels and continue pulsing until you have a mixture of crumbs and larger pieces. Add the melted butter and mix well.
2. Spread the pretzel mixture into the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish and set aside.
3. In a medium bowl, use an electric mixer to beat together the cream cheese, sweetened condensed milk, and lemon juice until smooth and creamy. Gently fold in the Cool Whip until well combined. Spread this mixture evenly over the prepared crust.
4. In a separate medium bowl, dissolve the orange jello in the boiling water, stirring until fully dissolved. Stir in the drained mandarin oranges. Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature.
5. Pour the jello and mandarin orange mixture evenly over the cream cheese filling. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and chill overnight.
6. When ready to serve, slice and enjoy the heavenly deliciousness of Orange Pretzel Lasagna!

Get ready for a taste experience that will leave you wanting more. Happy indulging!