Description
Strawberry Pretzel Salad is a classic summer dessert that combines sweet, salty, and creamy flavors in every bite. The crunchy pretzel crust, creamy cream cheese layer, and fruity strawberry topping make this chilled treat a perfect addition to any potluck or gathering.
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 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 8 ounces whipped topping (such as Cool Whip)
Strawberry Topping:
- 2 cups boiling water
- 6 ounces strawberry gelatin mix
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
Instructions
- Prepare Pretzel Crust: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Combine crushed pretzels, melted butter, and sugar. Press into a 9×13-inch baking dish and bake for 10 minutes. Cool.
- Make Cream Cheese Layer: Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Fold in whipped topping. Spread over pretzel crust and chill.
- Prepare Strawberry Topping: Dissolve gelatin in boiling water. Add sliced strawberries and pour over cream cheese layer. Chill for at least 4 hours.
- Serve: Cut into squares and enjoy chilled.
Notes
- For best results, make this dessert a day in advance to allow layers to set.
- You can use raspberries and raspberry gelatin for a flavor variation.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilled
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
