Description
Indulge in the perfect balance of sweet and salty with this delightful Strawberry Pretzel Salad. A crunchy pretzel crust, creamy cream cheese layer, and fruity strawberry topping come together in this refreshing dessert that’s ideal for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Pretzel Crust:
- 2 cups crushed pretzels
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
Cream Cheese Layer:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 8 oz whipped topping (like Cool Whip), thawed
Strawberry Topping:
- 1 package (6 oz) strawberry gelatin (Jell-O)
- 2 cups boiling water
- 2 cups sliced fresh strawberries
Instructions
- Prepare the Pretzel Crust: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Combine crushed pretzels, melted butter, and sugar. Press into a baking dish and bake for 10 minutes. Let cool.
- Make the Cream Cheese Layer: Beat cream cheese and sugar, then fold in whipped topping. Spread over the pretzel crust and refrigerate.
- Prepare the Strawberry Topping: Dissolve gelatin in boiling water, then add sliced strawberries. Pour over the cream cheese layer and refrigerate until set.
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese layer fully covers the crust to prevent sogginess.
- Use thawed and drained frozen sliced strawberries if fresh ones are not available.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake + Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
