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Apple Cider Pretzel Bars

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Ingredients

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Crust:

  • 1½ cups crushed pretzels (measured after they’ve been crushed)
  • ½ cup (1 stick) melted butter
  • ¼ cup brown sugar

Filling:

  • 1 (8 oz) block cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1½ cups whipped topping (like Cool Whip)

Topping:

  • 1½ cups apple cider
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • ½ tsp cinnamon
  • ½ cup finely diced apples

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, mix the crushed pretzels, melted butter, and brown sugar. Press into an 8×8-inch dish. Chill for 15 minutes.
  2. Beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Fold in the whipped topping. Spread over the crust.
  3. In a saucepan, whisk together 1½ cups apple cider, 1 tbsp cornstarch, and ½ tsp cinnamon until smooth. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Whisk continuously for 5 to 7 minutes, or until the mixture thickens to a light syrup—enough to coat the back of a spoon.
  4. Stir in ½ cup finely diced apples and cook for 1 to 2 more minutes, just until slightly softened.
  5. Remove from heat and let it cool completely before spooning over the cream cheese layer. Chill 2–3 hours until set.
  6. Cut into bars and serve.

Find it online: https://lifeandsprinkles.com/apple-cider-pretzel-bars/

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