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Best Strawberry Pretzel Jello Salad

A delightful dessert combining a crunchy pretzel crust, a cream cheese layer, and a strawberry topping for a perfect sweet and salty balance.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert, Sweet Treat
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 2 cups pretzels, crushed You can substitute with gluten-free pretzels if desired.
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup sugar
For the Cream Cheese Layer
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened For a lighter version, low-fat cream cheese can be used.
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 cup whipped topping Use low-fat version if desired.
For the Jello Layer
  • 2 cups boiling water
  • 1 package (3 oz) strawberry jello
  • 2 cups strawberries, sliced Fresh strawberries work best.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix the crushed pretzels, melted butter, and sugar together until fully combined. Spread this mixture evenly in a 9x13 inch baking dish and press it down firmly.
  3. Bake for 10 minutes.
  4. Remove from the oven and allow it to cool completely.
  5. In another bowl, mix the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Fold in the whipped topping gently until mixed. Spread this mixture over the cooled pretzel crust.
  6. In a separate bowl, add the boiling water to the strawberry jello. Stir until fully dissolved.
  7. Once the jello has cooled slightly, mix in the sliced strawberries.
  8. Pour the jello and strawberry mix over the cream cheese layer, covering it fully.
  9. Refrigerate the salad for at least 4 hours, or until set.
  10. Cut into squares and enjoy the delightful layers!

Notes

Store in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days. Freezing is not recommended as it can affect the layers.