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Strawberry Pretzel Salad Recipe


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  • Author: Olivia
  • Total Time: 4 hours 30 minutes (including chilling time)
  • Yield: 12 slices 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Strawberry Pretzel Salad is a delicious combination of salty pretzels, creamy cheesecake-like filling, sweet strawberries, and a strawberry Jell-O layer. Perfect for summer parties or as a refreshing dessert, it’s a treat your guests will love!


Ingredients

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  • 6 oz strawberry Jell-O
  • 2 cups boiling water
  • 2 1/2 cups salted pretzels (measured before crushing)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for pretzel crust)
  • 8 Tbsp unsalted butter
  • 8 oz package cream cheese (softened)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for cream cheese layer)
  • 8 oz Cool Whip (thawed in the fridge)
  • 1 lb fresh strawberries (hulled and sliced)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Pretzel Crust: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, crush the pretzels into small pieces. Mix the crushed pretzels, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, and melted butter together. Press this mixture into the bottom of a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove and set aside to cool.
  2. Make the Jell-O Layer: In a bowl, dissolve the strawberry Jell-O in 2 cups of boiling water. Stir well until completely dissolved. Allow it to cool slightly, then refrigerate until it begins to thicken, about 30 minutes.
  3. Prepare the Cream Cheese Layer: In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and 1/2 cup granulated sugar together until smooth and creamy. Fold in the Cool Whip gently until fully combined. Spread this cream cheese mixture over the cooled pretzel crust.
  4. Assemble the Salad: After the Jell-O has thickened, pour it over the cream cheese layer. Carefully spread the sliced strawberries on top of the Jell-O layer.
  5. Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the entire dish for at least 4 hours, or until fully set. Slice into squares and enjoy this refreshing, sweet, and salty treat!

Notes

  • For an extra touch of sweetness, you can sprinkle some sugar on top of the sliced strawberries before adding them to the Jell-O layer.
  • Ensure the pretzel crust is completely cooled before adding the cream cheese mixture to avoid melting it.
  • You can substitute other berries for the strawberries, such as raspberries or blueberries, if desired.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes (not including chilling time)
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking, Refrigerating
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 310
  • Sugar: 24g
  • Sodium: 250mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 34g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg