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Strawberry Pretzel Salad

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A no-fuss layered dessert with salty pretzel crust, creamy cheese filling, and bright strawberry topping, perfect for summer potlucks.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 3.5 cups 3 1/2 cups pretzel sticks, crushed Use a food processor or crush in a sealed bag.
  • 1/4 cup 1/4 cup granulated sugar For a less sweet crust, consider reducing sugar.
  • 1/2 cup 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, melted
Filling
  • 1 package 1 (8 oz.) package cream cheese, softened Soften at room temperature for best results.
  • 1/2 cup 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 8 oz. 8 oz. frozen whipped topping, thawed (eg. Cool Whip)
Topping
  • 1 pound 1 pound fresh strawberries, stems removed and sliced Use fresh, ripe strawberries for best flavor.
  • 2 cups 2 cups water For dissolving the Jell-O.
  • 1 box 1 (6 oz.) box strawberry Jell-O

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 13 x 9" baking dish.
  2. Combine crushed pretzels, 1/4 cup sugar, and melted butter in a medium bowl. Stir until crumbs are evenly moistened.
  3. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Bake for 10 minutes. Remove and cool completely on a wire rack.
Filling
  1. Bring 2 cups water to a rolling boil. Sprinkle the strawberry Jell-O into the boiling water and stir until fully dissolved. Let the mixture cool slightly.
  2. In a stand mixer (or with a hand mixer), beat the softened cream cheese with 1/2 cup sugar until smooth and creamy.
  3. Gently fold the thawed whipped topping into the cream cheese mixture until evenly combined and light.
  4. Spread the cream cheese filling evenly over the cooled pretzel crust. Refrigerate for about 30 minutes to firm the layer.
Topping Assembly
  1. Arrange the sliced strawberries in a single layer over the chilled filling.
  2. Carefully pour the slightly cooled Jell-O over the strawberries, covering them completely. Refrigerate at least 2 hours, or until the Jell-O is fully set.
  3. Slice into squares and serve chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18g

Notes

Chill the cream layer before adding the berries to keep layers distinct. Best enjoyed within 3–4 days; refrigerate leftovers.
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