Description
Strawberry Pretzel Salad is a sweet and salty dessert featuring a crunchy pretzel crust, creamy sweetened cream cheese, and a fruity strawberry gelatin topping. Perfect for gatherings, this vibrant treat is easy to prepare and always a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
- 2 cups crushed pretzels
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 tbsp granulated sugar (for crust)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
- 8 oz whipped topping (e.g., Cool Whip)
- 6 oz strawberry gelatin mix
- 2 cups boiling water
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
Instructions
Prepare the Pretzel Crust
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Crush pretzels into small pieces.
- Melt butter and mix with 3 tbsp sugar.
- Combine crushed pretzels with the butter-sugar mixture.
- Press mixture into a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Bake for 10 minutes. Cool completely.
Prepare the Cream Cheese Layer
- Beat softened cream cheese with 1 cup sugar until fluffy.
- Fold in whipped topping.
- Spread mixture evenly over the cooled crust, ensuring edges are sealed.
- Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Prepare the Strawberry Gelatin Layer
- Dissolve gelatin mix in boiling water, stirring until fully dissolved. Cool.
- Arrange sliced strawberries on top of the cream cheese layer.
- Pour cooled gelatin over strawberries.
- Refrigerate until fully set (about 4 hours or overnight).
Serve
- Slice into squares and serve chilled.
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese layer seals the edges to prevent the crust from becoming soggy.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Variations: Try different fruits and gelatin flavors like raspberry, blueberry, or peach.