Strawberry Pretzel Salad

Indulge in the delightful layers of Strawberry Pretzel Salad, a refreshing dessert that perfectly balances sweet strawberries, creamy filling, and a crunchy pretzel crust. This no-bake treat is ideal for summer gatherings, potlucks, or simply enjoying at home. With its vibrant colors and irresistible flavor combination, it’s bound to impress your guests and become a favorite on any dessert table. Plus, with easy preparation steps and the option to make it ahead of time, you'll find this recipe both convenient and satisfying.

Prep Time20 mins

Cook Time10 mins

Total Time30 mins

Course: Dessert Cuisine: American Keyword: Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Allow each layer to cool completely before adding the next. Experiment with different flavors of Jell-O or berries for variety. Servings: Approximately 12 servings Calories: 240kcal Author: Tisha

Ingredients

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 oven to 350°F. Dissolve strawberry Jell-O in boiling water; set aside to cool.
Crush pretzels in a Ziploc bag until coarse crumbs form. In a saucepan, melt butter and combine with sugar and crushed pretzels.
Press the mixture into a greased 13x9 casserole dish; bake for about 10 minutes. Let cool completely.
Beat cream cheese with sugar until fluffy; fold in Cool Whip. Spread over cooled pretzel crust.
Stir sliced strawberries into cooled Jell-O, then pour over cream cheese layer. Refrigerate for 2-4 hours until set.

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