Description
Indulge in the delightful combination of sweet and salty with this Strawberry Pretzel Jello Salad. This nostalgic treat features a crunchy pretzel crust, a creamy layer of whipped cream cheese, and a vibrant strawberry jello topping. Perfect for any occasion, from picnics to holiday gatherings, this no-bake salad is not only easy to assemble but also visually stunning. With its refreshing flavors and eye-catching layers, it promises to be a crowd-pleaser that everyone will love. Plus, it’s make-ahead friendly, allowing you to enjoy more time with your guests!
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 oz Strawberry Jello
- 2 cups boiling water
- 2 cups crushed pretzels
- 1/4 cup sugar (for crust)
- 8 tbsp unsalted butter
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup sugar (for cream layer)
- 8 oz whipped topping (thawed)
- 1 lb strawberries (sliced)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- In a bowl, dissolve strawberry jello in boiling water; let cool.
- Melt butter in a saucepan, mix in sugar and crushed pretzels; press mixture into a baking pan and bake for 10 minutes. Cool completely.
- Mix cream cheese and sugar until smooth; fold in whipped topping.
- Spread cream cheese mixture over cooled pretzel crust; refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Combine sliced strawberries with cooled jello; pour over the cream layer.
- Refrigerate for 2-3 hours until set.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (130g)
- Calories: 245
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg