Strawberry Pretzel Salad Recipe
A delightful mix of crispy pretzel crust, creamy filling, and sweet strawberries that is perfect for potlucks and family gatherings.
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups Crushed Salted Pretzels
- 0.75 cup Melted Butter
- 1.5 cups Sugar, divided
- 12 oz Cream Cheese (Softened)
- 2 teaspoon Vanilla
- 12 oz Cool Whip
- 2 boxes Strawberry Gelatin (3-oz each)
- 2 cups Boiling Water
- 3-4 cups Fresh Strawberries (Sliced)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Lightly grease the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter.
- In a medium bowl, mix the crushed pretzels, ¾ cup of sugar, and melted butter until combined.
- Firmly press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan and bake for 10 minutes.
- Allow it to cool completely.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, remaining ¾ cup of sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gently fold in the Cool Whip and spread the mixture evenly over the cooled pretzel crust.
- In a bowl, whisk the gelatin into two cups of boiling water until fully dissolved.
- Stir in the sliced strawberries, then refrigerate the mixture for about 15 minutes until it begins to thicken but is not fully set.
- Pour the gelatin mixture over the cream cheese layer in the pan.
- Cover and refrigerate for about 2 hours, or until the gelatin is fully set.
- Slice into squares before serving.
Notes
- Use Fresh Strawberries to ensure the best flavor and texture.
- Ensure the pretzel crust is completely cooled before adding the cream cheese layer.
- Pour the gelatin mixture carefully for an even layer over the cream cheese.
- Gently fold the Cool Whip to maintain fluffiness.
- Use a sharp knife dipped in hot water for neat slices.
Nutrition
Calories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20g
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