Description
Indulge in the delightful harmony of flavors with this Strawberry Pretzel Salad, a perfect dessert for any occasion. This refreshing treat combines a crunchy pretzel crust, a creamy filling, and sweet strawberries layered with vibrant strawberry Jell-O. Whether you’re hosting a summer barbecue or celebrating a special event, this crowd-pleaser is sure to impress your guests with its enticing look and irresistible taste. Plus, it’s easy to make ahead, allowing you to enjoy more time with your loved ones.
Ingredients
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- 6 oz strawberry Jell-O
- 2 cups boiling water
- 2 1/2 cups salted pretzels
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for crust)
- 8 Tbsp unsalted butter
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
- 8 oz Cool Whip (thawed)
- 1 lb fresh strawberries (hulled and sliced)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. In a mixing bowl, dissolve strawberry Jell-O in boiling water; set aside to cool.
- Crush pretzels in a Ziploc bag using a rolling pin. In a saucepan, melt butter and mix in sugar and crushed pretzels. Press into a greased 13×9 dish and bake for 10 minutes; allow to cool.
- Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth; fold in Cool Whip. Spread over cooled pretzel crust. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Mix strawberries into the cooled Jell-O and pour over the cream cheese layer. Chill until set, about 2-4 hours.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/12 of the recipe (~120g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg