Description
Pretzel salad is a delightful dessert that combines a crunchy pretzel crust, a creamy cheese layer, and a vibrant fruit topping. This no-bake treat offers a perfect blend of sweet and salty flavors, making it an irresistible addition to any gathering. With its colorful layers and easy preparation, this crowd-pleaser is sure to impress your friends and family at summer barbecues or holiday feasts.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups crushed small pretzels
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 8 oz whipped topping
- 1 cup strawberries (or mixed berries), sliced
- 6 oz strawberry-flavored Jell-O
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, combine crushed pretzels, melted butter, and sugar until evenly coated. Spread in a greased baking dish and bake for 10 minutes until golden brown. Let cool.
- In another bowl, mix softened cream cheese with sugar until smooth. Fold in whipped topping until combined.
- Prepare Jell-O according to package instructions. Stir in sliced strawberries after cooling slightly.
- Once the pretzel crust has cooled, spread the cream cheese mixture over it evenly. Pour the Jell-O mixture on top and chill for at least four hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (100g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg