Description

Indulge in the perfect blend of sweet and salty with this delightful Strawberry Pretzel Salad. A crunchy pretzel crust, creamy cream cheese layer, and fresh strawberry topping make this a must-try dessert for any occasion.

Ingredients

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For the Pretzel Crust:

3 cups crushed pretzels
3 tablespoons powdered sugar
1 and 1/2 sticks (3/4 cup) butter, melted

For the Cream Cheese Layer:

8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
8 oz Cool Whip, thawed

For the Strawberry Topping:

2 – 3 oz packages Strawberry Jell-O (regular or sugar-free)
1 and 1/2 cups boiling water
4 cups thinly sliced strawberries

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Instructions

Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F.
Prepare the pretzel crust: Crush the pretzels and mix with powdered sugar and melted butter. Press into a pan and bake for 10 minutes.
Make the cream cheese layer: Combine softened cream cheese and powdered sugar, then fold in Cool Whip. Spread over the cooled crust and refrigerate.
Prepare the strawberry topping: Slice strawberries and mix with prepared Jell-O. Spread over the cream cheese layer and refrigerate until set.

Notes

For a twist, try using different fruits like raspberries or peaches.
Make sure the Jell-O is completely dissolved in the water before adding the strawberries.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 350
Sugar: 24g
Sodium: 380mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 50mg