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Strawberry Pretzel Salad

A delightful dessert that combines salty pretzel crust, creamy filling, and sweet strawberry topping; perfect for potlucks and gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert, Potluck
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pretzel Crust
  • 2 cups crushed salted pretzels Use mini twists for best results.
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
Cream Cheese Layer
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened Make sure it's softened to avoid lumps.
  • 1 cup whipped topping Can use Cool Whip.
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
Strawberry Topping
  • 1 cup strawberry gelatin Can substitute with raspberry if desired.
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced Add them just before serving.
  • 2 cups boiling water To dissolve the gelatin.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine crushed pretzels, melted butter, and sugar. Mix well.
  3. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish to form the crust.
  4. Bake in preheated oven for 10 minutes. Remove and let cool completely.
Cream Cheese Layer
  1. In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with sugar until smooth.
  2. Fold in whipped topping until well combined.
  3. Spread this mixture evenly over the cooled pretzel crust.
Strawberry Topping
  1. Dissolve the strawberry gelatin in boiling water, stirring until completely dissolved.
  2. Allow the gelatin to cool slightly before adding sliced strawberries.
  3. Pour the strawberry mixture over the cream cheese layer.
Chill and Serve
  1. Chill the dessert in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or until ready to serve.
  2. Cut into squares and enjoy your Strawberry Pretzel Salad!

Notes

This dessert is best made a day ahead to allow flavors to meld. Do not add fresh strawberries until just before serving to avoid mushiness.