Strawberry Pretzel Salad
Strawberry pretzel salad is a delightful dessert that combines the sweetness of ripe strawberries with the crunchy saltiness of pretzels, layered over a creamy filling. This visually stunning dish is perfect for summer gatherings or family picnics, offering a refreshing balance of textures and flavors in every bite. Easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser, this recipe will have everyone asking for seconds!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves about 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups crushed pretzels
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup whipped topping
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- 3 oz strawberry gelatin
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, combine crushed pretzels, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Press into the bottom of a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Bake for 10 minutes until golden brown. Cool completely.
- In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Fold in whipped topping gently.
- Add sliced strawberries and dry strawberry gelatin to the cream mixture; stir carefully.
- Spread the mixture over the cooled pretzel crust and refrigerate for at least 2 hours until set.
- Cut into squares or scoop portions with a spatula to serve chilled.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (approximately 120g)
- Calories: 249
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 233mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 24mg
Keywords: For variations, swap strawberries with raspberries or blueberries for different flavor profiles. Consider adding lemon zest to brighten flavors.