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Creamy Strawberry Pretzel Salad


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  • Author: Chef Emma
  • Total Time: 240 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A nostalgic dessert that combines vibrant strawberries, cream cheese, and a crunchy pretzel crust, perfect for any occasion.


Ingredients

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  • 6 oz strawberry Jell-O mix
  • 2 cups boiling water
  • 16 oz strawberries (fresh or frozen, hulled & sliced)
  • 2 1/2 cups salted pretzels (measured before crushing)
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 3 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 8 oz Cool Whip (thawed in refrigerator)

Instructions

  1. Dissolve the 6 oz of strawberry Jell-O mix in 2 cups of boiling water. Stir well until the mix has completely dissolved.
  2. Add the hulled and sliced strawberries to the mixture and set aside to cool.
  3. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  4. Crush the salted pretzels into coarse bits and mix with melted unsalted butter and granulated sugar.
  5. Spread the pretzel mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish and bake for 10 minutes. Allow to cool completely.
  6. Combine the softened cream cheese with 1/2 cup of granulated sugar until smooth and creamy.
  7. Fold in the thawed Cool Whip gently until fluffy.
  8. Spread the cream cheese mixture over the pretzel layer and pour the cooled strawberry-Jell-O mixture on top.
  9. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Notes

Make-Ahead: Keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For cleaner slices, dip the knife in warm water before cutting.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 230mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg