Description
Indulge in the delightful layers of Strawberry Pretzel Jello Salad, a nostalgic no-bake dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. This recipe features a crunchy pretzel crust, a creamy layer of sweetened cream cheese, and a vibrant topping of strawberry jello and fresh strawberries. It’s easy to prepare and ideal for potlucks, barbecues, or family gatherings. The combination of salty and sweet flavors ensures that this dessert is a crowd-pleaser, leaving everyone wanting more. With its stunning presentation and refreshing taste, your guests will be impressed. This dish not only tastes great but also adds a pop of color to your dessert table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 oz Strawberry Jello
- 2 cups Boiling water
- 2 cups Crushed pretzels
- 1/4 cup Sugar (for the crust)
- 8 tbsp Unsalted Butter
- 8 oz Cream Cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup Sugar (for the filling)
- 8 oz Whipped Topping (thawed)
- 1 lb Fresh strawberries (sliced)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a bowl, dissolve the strawberry jello in boiling water; let it cool.
- Melt butter in a saucepan, mix in sugar, then stir in crushed pretzels until coated.
- Press the pretzel mixture into a baking pan and bake for 10 minutes; cool completely.
- Beat cream cheese with sugar until smooth; fold in whipped topping.
- Spread cream cheese mixture over cooled crust and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Fold sliced strawberries into the cooled jello and pour over the cream cheese layer.
- Refrigerate until set (about 2-3 hours) before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square - approx. 100g
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg