Description
Strawberry Pretzel Salad is a delightful dessert that perfectly balances sweet, salty, and creamy flavors. This layered treat features fresh strawberries, a crunchy pretzel crust, and a smooth cream cheese filling, making it an irresistible addition to any gathering. Whether served at summer picnics or holiday feasts, this dish is sure to impress guests with its vibrant colors and nostalgic taste. Easy to prepare and even easier to enjoy, it’s the ultimate crowd-pleaser that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups crushed mini pretzels
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for crust)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
- 8 oz Cool Whip (thawed)
- 6 oz Jell-O strawberry gelatin
- 2 cups sliced fresh strawberries
- 1 cup hot water
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix crushed pretzels, melted butter, and 1/4 cup sugar until combined.
- Spread the mixture evenly in a greased 9×13 inch baking dish. Bake for about 10 minutes until golden brown. Let cool completely.
- Beat softened cream cheese and 1 cup sugar in a mixing bowl until smooth. Fold in Cool Whip until well combined.
- Once the crust has cooled, spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over it.
- Dissolve Jell-O in hot water as per package instructions. Stir in sliced strawberries when slightly cooled. Pour over the cream layer.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg