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Strawberry Pretzel Salad Dessert

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A delightful dessert combining a crunchy salty pretzel crust, creamy tangy middle layer, and fresh strawberries topped with strawberry gelatin. Perfect for gatherings and easy to make at home.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups crushed pretzels
  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted
  • 8 ounces whipped topping, thawed (e.g., Cool Whip)
  • 4 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
  • 1 package (3 ounces) strawberry gelatin, prepared according to package instructions

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Crush 2 cups of pretzels into small pieces.
  2. In a bowl, combine crushed pretzels, 3 tablespoons granulated sugar, and 6 tablespoons melted butter. Mix until all pretzels are coated.
  3. Press the pretzel mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  4. Bake for 10 minutes until golden and fragrant. Let cool completely.
  5. In a large bowl, beat 8 ounces softened cream cheese until smooth.
  6. Add 1 cup sour cream and 1 cup sifted powdered sugar, beat until creamy.
  7. Gently fold in 8 ounces thawed whipped topping until fully combined.
  8. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cooled pretzel crust.
  9. Arrange 4 cups sliced fresh strawberries evenly on top.
  10. Dissolve 1 package (3 ounces) strawberry gelatin in 1 cup boiling water, stir until dissolved.
  11. Let gelatin cool slightly but not set, then carefully pour over the strawberry layer.
  12. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight until set.

Notes

Bake the pretzel crust to lock in crunch and prevent sogginess. Use room temperature cream cheese and sour cream for smooth texture. Fold whipped topping gently to keep airy texture. Chill dessert for at least 4 hours or overnight for best results. For vegan or dairy-free versions, use dairy-free cream cheese and whipped topping and agar-agar instead of gelatin. To keep strawberries firmer, toss lightly in sugar before layering.

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