Description
Indulge in the delightful layers of Strawberry Pretzel Salad, a perfect blend of sweet strawberries, creamy texture, and crunchy pretzels. This no-bake dessert is not only visually stunning but also incredibly easy to make, making it an ideal choice for summer barbecues, potlucks, and family dinners. The vibrant colors and irresistible flavors will impress your guests, while its make-ahead convenience ensures you can enjoy the festivities without stress. Experience the joy of this refreshing treat that combines the perfect balance of sweet, salty, and tart flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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.
- In a bowl, dissolve Jell-O in boiling water; set aside to cool.
- Crush pretzels in a Ziploc bag; mix with melted butter and sugar.
- Press pretzel mixture into a greased casserole dish; bake for 10 minutes and cool.
- Beat cream cheese with sugar until fluffy; fold in Cool Whip.
- Spread cream cheese mixture over cooled crust; refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Add sliced strawberries to cooled Jell-O; pour over cream cheese layer.
- Refrigerate until set (2-4 hours) before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 135g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg