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Classic Strawberry Pretzel Salad Recipe

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  • Author: Sara
  • Total Time: 4 hours 30 minutes
  • Yield: 8–10 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Classic Strawberry Pretzel Salad is a deliciously sweet and salty layered dessert featuring a crunchy pretzel crust, a creamy cream cheese middle layer, and a fresh strawberry gelatin topping. This vibrant dish is perfect for gatherings and holidays, offering a delightful combination of textures and flavors that everyone will love.

Ingredients

Crust

  • 2 cups crushed pretzels
  • ¾ cup melted butter
  • 3 tbsp sugar

Cream Cheese Layer

  • 200g cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup whipped topping

Strawberry Gelatin Layer

  • 1 package strawberry gelatin (approximately 85g)
  • 2 cups boiling water
  • 2 cups sliced strawberries

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) to prepare for baking the pretzel crust.
  2. Prepare Crust Mixture: In a bowl, combine the crushed pretzels, melted butter, and 3 tablespoons of sugar. Mix thoroughly to evenly coat the pretzels with butter and sugar.
  3. Bake the Crust: Press the pretzel mixture firmly into the bottom of a baking dish to form an even layer. Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Once baked, remove from the oven and allow the crust to cool completely to avoid melting the cream cheese layer later.
  4. Make Cream Cheese Layer: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and 1 cup sugar until smooth and creamy. Fold in the whipped topping gently to maintain airiness.
  5. Spread Cream Layer: Evenly spread the cream cheese mixture over the cooled pretzel crust, ensuring it seals the crust completely to prevent sogginess.
  6. Prepare Gelatin Mixture: Dissolve the strawberry gelatin package into 2 cups of boiling water, stirring until fully dissolved. Allow the gelatin to cool slightly but not set.
  7. Add Strawberries: Stir the sliced strawberries into the slightly cooled gelatin mixture.
  8. Top with Gelatin Layer: Pour the strawberry gelatin and strawberry mixture evenly over the cream cheese layer.
  9. Chill Until Set: Refrigerate the assembled dessert for at least 4 hours, or until the gelatin topping is fully set and firm.

Notes

  • Ensure the cream cheese layer fully seals the crust to prevent it from becoming soggy.
  • Chill the dessert thoroughly before slicing to maintain clean layers and firm texture.
  • Fresh or frozen strawberries can be used based on availability.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://sarasplate.com/classic-strawberry-pretzel-salad-recipe/