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Strawberry Pretzel Jello Salad Recipe

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Strawberry Pretzel Jello Salad is a delightful layered dessert featuring a crunchy pretzel crust, a creamy sweetened cream cheese layer, and a fresh strawberry-infused jello topping. Perfectly balanced with sweet and salty flavors, this chilled treat is great for gatherings and family desserts.

Ingredients

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Jello Layer

  • 6 oz Strawberry Jello
  • 2 cups Boiling water
  • 1 lb Strawberries, sliced

Pretzel Crust

  • 2 cups Pretzels, crushed
  • 1/4 cup Sugar
  • 8 tbsp Unsalted Butter

Cream Cheese Layer

  • 8 oz Cream Cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup Sugar
  • 8 oz Whipped Topping, thawed

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for baking the pretzel crust.
  2. Dissolve Jello: In a medium bowl, combine the strawberry jello powder with boiling water. Stir thoroughly until fully dissolved and then set aside to cool to room temperature.
  3. Prepare Pretzel Crust: In a saucepan, melt the unsalted butter and stir in 1/4 cup sugar. Add the crushed pretzels and mix until well combined.
  4. Press Pretzel Mixture: Transfer the pretzel mixture into a 9 x 13 inch baking pan. Use a fork to evenly press the mixture across the bottom of the pan, creating a firm crust.
  5. Bake Pretzel Crust: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for about 10 minutes. Remove from oven and allow it to cool completely to room temperature.
  6. Mix Cream Cheese Layer: While the pretzel crust cools, beat the softened cream cheese with 1/2 cup sugar using a handheld mixer until smooth and creamy.
  7. Fold in Whipped Topping: Gently fold the thawed whipped topping into the cream cheese mixture until fully incorporated for a light, fluffy texture.
  8. Spread Cream Cheese Layer: Evenly spread the cream cheese mixture over the cooled pretzel crust, covering the entire surface to the edges.
  9. Refrigerate: Place the pan in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to set the cream cheese layer.
  10. Add Strawberries to Jello: Mix the sliced strawberries into the cooled strawberry jello mixture thoroughly.
  11. Pour Jello Over Cream Cheese: Evenly pour the strawberry jello mixture with strawberries over the cream cheese layer.
  12. Chill Until Set: Refrigerate the assembled salad for 2-3 hours or until the jello layer is fully set and firm.
  13. Serve: Once fully chilled and set, slice into servings and enjoy this refreshing, sweet, and salty dessert!

Notes

  • Ensure the pretzel crust and jello mixture are cooled to room temperature before layering to avoid melting the cream cheese layer.
  • Use fresh, firm strawberries for the best texture and flavor in the salad.
  • The whipped topping can be substituted with homemade whipped cream if preferred.
  • This salad is best served chilled and consumed within 2 days for optimal freshness.

Keywords: Strawberry pretzel salad, jello salad, no-bake dessert, layered dessert, pretzel crust, cream cheese dessert

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