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Slice of strawberry pretzel salad topped with whipped cream, strawberry, and pretzel twist.

Strawberry Pretzel Salad

A nostalgic treat with a perfect balance of salty pretzel crust, creamy filling, and sweet strawberry topping.
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Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: no-bake dessert, pretzel salad, strawberry dessert, Strawberry Pretzel Salad, vintage recipes
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Chill Time: 5 hours
Total Time: 5 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 12
Calories: 388kcal
Cost: $7

Ingredients

For the Crust:

  • 3 cups tiny pretzel twists crushed into coarse crumbs
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar for sweetness
  • 8 tablespoons unsalted butter melted for binding

For the Filling:

  • 16 ounces cream cheese softened provides richness
  • 1 cup granulated sugar for sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract for flavor
  • 8 ounces frozen whipped topping thawed lightens the filling

For the Topping:

  • 1 package strawberry-flavored gelatin 6 ounces instant flavor
  • 2 cups boiling water to dissolve the gelatin
  • 16 ounces frozen sliced strawberries helps cool the topping quickly

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  • Crush the pretzels into coarse crumbs using a rolling pin or food processor. Be careful not to overprocess for texture.
  • Combine the crushed pretzels with the sugar and melted butter in a bowl. Stir to combine.
  • Transfer the mixture to a 13x9-inch baking dish and press it into the bottom evenly. Bake for 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack.
  • In a large mixing bowl, beat together the cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract for about 5 minutes until smooth.
  • Fold the thawed whipped topping into the cream cheese mixture with a spatula until smooth.
  • Spread the cream cheese filling evenly over the cooled crust, ensuring it reaches all edges to prevent seepage.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk the strawberry gelatin and boiling water until dissolved, about 2 minutes.
  • Add the frozen strawberries to the gelatin mixture, breaking up any clumps of berries. Let it sit for 2 minutes.
  • Carefully spoon the gelatin mixture over the cream cheese layer, spreading it evenly.
  • Cover and refrigerate for 4-6 hours until fully set.

Notes

This classic treat is the perfect blend of sweet, salty, and creamy. A great dessert for any occasion.

Nutrition

Serving: 250g | Calories: 388kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 61mg | Sodium: 299mg | Potassium: 155mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 33g | Vitamin A: 778IU | Vitamin C: 22mg | Calcium: 69mg | Iron: 1mg