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Strawberry Pretzel Salad Recipe – American Special

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Strawberry Pretzel Salad Recipe – American Special

This Strawberry Pretzel Salad is a delightful twist on dessert meets appetizer—featuring a buttery pretzel crust, a fluffy cream cheese filling, and a vibrant Jell-O strawberry layer. It’s quick and easy to prepare, making it an ideal potluck favorite, refreshing party dessert, or family-friendly no-bake treat that balances sweet, salty, and fruity flavors effortlessly.
  • Prep Time20 min
  • Cook Time10 min
  • Perform Time3 hr 30 min
  • Total Time4 hr

Strawberry Pretzel Salad Ingredients :

  • 6 ounces of strawberry Jell-O
  • 2 cups of boiling water
  • 2 1/2 cups of salted pretzels (measured before crushing)
  • 1/4 cup of granulated sugar
  • 8 tablespoons of unsalted butter
  • 8-ounce package of cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup of granulated sugar
  • 8 ounces of Cool Whip, thawed in the refrigerator
  • 1 pound of fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced

How to Make Strawberry Pretzel Salad :

1

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Combine strawberry Jell-O with 2 cups of boiling water, stirring until fully dissolved. Set aside to cool to room temperature.

2

Crush 2 1/2 cups of pretzels in a sturdy ziplock bag using a rolling pin.

3

In a medium saucepan, melt 8 tablespoons of butter, then add 1/4 cup of sugar and stir. Mix in the crushed pretzels. Transfer this mixture to a 13×9-inch glass casserole dish, pressing evenly over the bottom. Bake at 350°F for 10 minutes, then cool to room temperature.

4

Once the pretzels have cooled, use an electric hand mixer to beat 8 ounces of cream cheese and 1/2 cup of sugar on medium-high speed until fluffy and white. Fold in 8 ounces of Cool Whip until no streaks of cream cheese remain. Spread this mixture evenly over the cooled pretzels, ensuring it reaches the edges of the dish to create a tight seal. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.

5

Hull and slice 1 pound of strawberries, then stir them into the room-temperature Jello mixture. Pour and spread the strawberry Jello mixture evenly over the chilled cream cheese layer. Refrigerate until the Jello is set, approximately 2-4 hours.

Recipe Notes

Protect the crust: Spread the cream cheese filling all the way to the dish edges to keep the pretzel crust crisp.

Cool before pouring: Let the Jell-O and strawberries cool to room temperature before topping the filling—this prevents melting and sinking.

Make ahead: This chilled treat can be prepared up to a day in advance and stays fresh for gatherings.

Storage: Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days to retain its creamy and crunchy texture.

Variations: Try using frozen strawberries or switching to other Jell-O flavors like raspberry or mixed berry for fun twists.

Serving tip: Slice into squares or bars and serve chilled for a refreshing, retro-style dessert.

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