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Strawberry Pretzel Salad

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Description: Strawberry Pretzel Salad is a delicious, layered dessert that offers the perfect combination of sweet, salty, and creamy flavors. The crunchy pretzel crust balances the richness of the cream cheese layer, while the fresh strawberries and strawberry Jello create a refreshing, fruity finish. This dessert is perfect for any occasion, from family gatherings to potlucks, and is sure to impress with its unique flavor profile.

Ingredients

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  • 6 oz Strawberry Jello
  • 2 cups Boiling water
  • 2 cups Pretzels, crushed
  • ¼ cup Sugar
  • 8 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese, softened
  • ½ cup Sugar
  • 8 oz Whipped Topping, thawed
  • 1 lb Strawberries, sliced

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F.

In a medium bowl, dissolve the Strawberry Jello in 2 cups of boiling water. Stir until fully dissolved, then set aside to cool to room temperature.

In a medium saucepan, melt the butter and stir in ¼ cup of sugar. Add the crushed pretzels and stir to coat evenly.

Transfer the pretzel mixture into a 9×13 baking pan, pressing it down firmly to form a crust. Bake for about 10 minutes, then allow it to cool completely.

While the pretzel layer cools, use a hand mixer to blend the softened cream cheese with ½ cup sugar until smooth. Gently fold in the whipped topping, mixing until well combined.

Spread the cream cheese mixture over the cooled pretzel crust, ensuring it covers the entire surface evenly to seal the layers.

Chill the pan in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to set the cream cheese layer.

Stir the sliced strawberries into the cooled, room-temperature Jello, then pour the strawberry mixture over the cream cheese layer.

Refrigerate the dessert for 2-3 hours or until the Jello is fully set.

Serve chilled, and enjoy the perfect balance of sweet, salty, and creamy flavors.

Notes

  • Ensure the pretzel layer cools completely before adding the cream cheese mixture to avoid any melting or mixing.
  • For a quicker set, you can chill the dessert overnight, which also helps enhance the flavors.

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