Sweet & Salty Strawberry Pretzel Salad for Your Next Gathering

Strawberry Pretzel Salad is a nostalgic dessert that layers crunchy pretzel crust, creamy filling, and fruity topping.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 10

Chill Time 4

Total Time 4 40

Servings: 12 slices

Course: Desserts

Cuisine: American

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Crust

1 cup crushed pretzels traditional salted pretzels preferred
1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
3 tablespoons light brown sugar

For the Filling

8 ounces cream cheese softened
1 cup powdered sugar
8 ounces frozen whipped topping (Cool Whip)

For the Topping

1 cup strawberry Jell-O can experiment with other flavors
2 cups sliced fresh strawberries drained if using frozen

Equipment

mixing bowl
electric mixer
9x13 inch baking dish
spatula

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Combine crushed pretzels, melted butter, and brown sugar in a bowl. Press into a 9x13 inch dish and bake for 10 minutes. Let cool.
In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Fold in whipped topping until combined.
Spread cream cheese filling over the cooled pretzel crust. Refrigerate for about 30 minutes.
Dissolve strawberry Jell-O in boiling water, cool slightly, then mix in sliced strawberries. Pour over the cream cheese layer and spread evenly.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to set.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

This dessert can be made a day in advance. Make sure the layers are properly assembled and chilled for the best texture.

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