Description
Indulge in the refreshing delight of Strawberry Pretzel Salad, a perfect blend of sweet and salty flavors that will elevate any gathering. This layered dessert features a crunchy pretzel crust, a creamy cheese filling, and a vibrant strawberry Jell-O topping. Easy to prepare with no baking required, it’s an ideal treat for potlucks, summer picnics, or simply as a dessert at home. With its colorful presentation and delightful taste, this dessert is sure to impress guests of all ages.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 oz strawberry Jell-O mix
- 2 cups boiling water
- 16 oz strawberries (fresh or frozen, hulled & sliced)
- 2 1/2 cups salted pretzels
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter
- 3 tbsp granulated sugar
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 8 oz Cool Whip (thawed)
Instructions
- Dissolve strawberry Jell-O in boiling water and let cool slightly before adding strawberries.
- Fold in hulled and sliced strawberries into the cooled Jell-O mixture.
- Crush pretzels and mix with melted butter and sugar; press into a baking dish to form the crust.
- Beat together cream cheese and sugar until smooth; fold in Cool Whip.
- Spread cream cheese mixture over the crust, then pour the strawberry layer on top.
- Refrigerate for at least two hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No baking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg