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Strawberry Pretzel Salad

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4.3 from 136 reviews

A nostalgic dessert featuring a salty pretzel crust, creamy filling, and a vibrant strawberry gelatin layer.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups crushed pretzels
  • 1 cup melted butter
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 8 oz cream cheese
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 cup whipped topping
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 1 package (6 oz) strawberry gelatin
  • 2 cups sliced strawberries

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, combine crushed pretzels, melted butter, and sugar. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9×13 inch pan. Bake for 10 minutes, then let it cool completely.
  2. Create the cream cheese filling: In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese and powdered sugar together until smooth. Gently fold in the whipped topping until well blended, then spread this mixture over the cooled pretzel crust.
  3. Prepare the gelatin layer: In another bowl, dissolve the strawberry gelatin in boiling water, then stir in the sliced strawberries. Pour this mixture over the cream cheese layer once slightly cooled.
  4. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or until fully set. Slice into squares and serve.

Notes

Pairs well with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. Ensure the pretzel crust cools completely before adding the cream cheese layer.

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