Layered Strawberry Pretzel Salad with Cream Cheese
A classic layered dessert with a salty pretzel crust, creamy cream cheese filling, and sweet strawberry topping. Perfect for potlucks, holidays, and family gatherings.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups crushed pretzels pretzel twists tend to work better than the sticks
- ¾ cup butter melted
- 1 cup and 3 tablespoons granulated sugar divided
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 8 oz frozen whipped topping thawed
- 6 oz package strawberry gelatin
- 2 cups boiling water
- 1 lb fresh strawberries
Instructions
- Start by crushing the pretzels and mixing them with sugar and melted butter.
- Press the mixture into a baking dish and bake until set, then let it cool completely.
- Once the crust has cooled, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth, then gently fold in the whipped topping.
- Spread this layer evenly over the crust, making sure it reaches the edges. This helps keep the crust from getting soggy.
- Next, mix the strawberry gelatin with boiling water and let it cool slightly.
- Stir in sliced fresh strawberries, then gently pour the mixture over the cream cheese layer. Spread the strawberries out if needed.
- Cover and refrigerate until the dessert is fully set. When you’re ready to serve, add a dollop of whipped cream and a fresh strawberry on top if you like.
Servings: 12
Calories: 350kcal