Strawberry Pretzel Salad
A delightful dessert combining creaminess, sweetness, and crunch, perfect for parties or any sweet treat craving.
Ingredients
For the crust
- 2.5 cups pretzels Crushed
- 0.75 cups butter Melted
- 0.5 cups sugar For the crust
For the filling
- 12 oz cream cheese Softened
- 1.5 cups sugar Remaining sugar for filling
- 2 tsp vanilla
- 12 oz cool whip
- 3-4 cups strawberries Sliced
For the gelatin layer
- 6 oz strawberry gelatin
- 2 cups water Boiling
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Crush the pretzels and mix them with melted butter and 1/2 cup of sugar.
- Press this mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Bake for about 10 minutes and then let it cool completely.
Assembling the dessert
- In a bowl, beat the cream cheese with the remaining sugar and vanilla until smooth.
- Gently fold in the cool whip to create a fluffy mixture.
- Spread this over the cooled pretzel crust.
- Layer sliced strawberries on top of the cream cheese mixture.
- Prepare the strawberry gelatin by dissolving it in boiling water.
- Let it cool and then pour it over the strawberries, ensuring they are covered.
- Refrigerate until set, which usually takes a few hours.
Notes
Serve cold with optional garnishes like extra strawberries or whipped cream. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.