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Sensational Strawberry Pretzel Salad

A delightful dessert that combines crunchy pretzels, creamy cheesecake filling, and juicy strawberries, perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert, Sweet
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pretzel Crust
  • 2 cups pretzels, crushed
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
For the Cream Cheese Layer
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 cup whipped topping
For the Strawberry Topping
  • 2 cups strawberries, sliced
  • 1 cup strawberry gelatin
  • 2 cups boiling water
  • 2 cups cold water

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine crushed pretzels, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Press this mixture into the bottom of a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
  3. Bake for 10 minutes and allow it to cool completely.
  4. In a mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese and powdered sugar together until smooth. Gently fold in the whipped topping until everything is well combined.
  5. Spread this mixture over the cooled pretzel crust.
  6. In a separate bowl, dissolve the strawberry gelatin in boiling water and stir until fully mixed. Add in the cold water and then incorporate the sliced strawberries. Allow the mixture to cool for a few minutes.
  7. Gently pour the cooled strawberry mixture over the cream cheese layer. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.
  8. Once chilled, slice into squares and serve!

Notes

To elevate your dining experience, consider pairing this dessert with creamy vanilla ice cream or a refreshing fruit salad. Feel free to experiment with different fruit flavors! For a crunchier crust, try baking the pretzel crust a few minutes longer. Ensure the cream cheese is well-softened to avoid lumps in the filling.