Strawberry Pretzel Salad
A delightful combination of salty pretzels, sweet strawberries, and creamy layers, perfect for potlucks and family gatherings.
Ingredients
For the Jell-O layer
- 6 oz strawberry Jell-O mix
- 2 cups boiling water
- 16 oz strawberries (fresh or frozen, hulled & sliced)
For the pretzel layer
- 2.5 cups salted pretzels (measured before crushing)
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter melted
- 3 tbsp granulated sugar
For the cream cheese layer
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 8 oz Cool Whip thawed in refrigerator
Instructions
For Jell-O Layer
- In a mixing bowl, dissolve the Jell-O mix in 2 cups of boiling water. Stir until fully dissolved. Add sliced strawberries to the bowl and set aside to cool.
For Pretzel Layer
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Crush the salted pretzels in a bag or with a rolling pin.
- In a mixing bowl, combine crushed pretzels, melted unsalted butter, and 3 tablespoons of sugar. Mix well and press this mixture into the bottom of a 9x13 inch dish.
- Bake for 10 minutes, then allow it to cool.
For Cream Cheese/Whipped Cream Layer
- In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with 1/2 cup of sugar until smooth.
- Fold in the Cool Whip until the mixture is well combined.
- Spread this creamy layer over the cooled pretzel crust.
Put it all together
- Pour the cooled strawberry Jell-O mixture over the cream cheese layer.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set before serving.
Notes
Make sure the cream cheese is softened before mixing for a smoother texture. You can add a splash of vanilla extract into the cream cheese layer for more flavor. Other fruits like raspberries or blueberries can be used for a different twist.