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Strawberry Pretzel Salad

A refreshing dessert with a crunchy pretzel crust, creamy filling, and sweet strawberry topping, perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 6 hours
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert, Party, Potluck
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the crust
  • 2 cups crushed pretzels Use regular pretzels, gluten-free if needed.
  • 3/4 cup butter, melted
  • 3 tablespoons sugar
For the filling
  • 2 cups whipped topping
  • 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup sugar
For the topping
  • 2 packages (3 ounces each) strawberry gelatin
  • 2 cups boiling water
  • 2 packages (16 ounces each) frozen sweetened sliced strawberries, thawed
Optional toppings
  • Additional whipped topping
  • Additional pretzels

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. In a bowl, mix the crushed pretzels, melted butter, and sugar until combined.
  3. Press this mixture into an ungreased 13×9-inch baking dish.
  4. Bake for 10 minutes, then cool on a wire rack.
  5. For the filling, beat together the whipped topping, cream cheese, and sugar in a small bowl until smooth.
  6. Spread this filling over the cooled pretzel crust and refrigerate until chilled.
Topping
  1. For the topping, dissolve the gelatin in boiling water in a large bowl.
  2. Stir in the sweetened strawberries and refrigerate until it is partially set.
  3. Carefully spoon the strawberry mixture over the filling.
  4. Refrigerate until firm, about 4 to 6 hours.
  5. Cut into squares and serve with additional whipped topping and pretzels if desired.

Notes

Make sure the pretzel crust is completely cooled before adding the filling. Allow the gelatin to cool slightly before adding the strawberries to ensure it sets properly. Adjust sugar levels based on taste.