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Delicious Strawberry Crackle Salad

Delicious Strawberry Crackle Salad for Perfect Summer Gatherings

Delicious Strawberry Crackle Salad is a refreshing blend of sweet strawberries, creamy whipped topping, and crunchy pretzels, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crunch
  • 2 cups Crushed Pretzels Use gluten-free pretzels for a gluten-free version.
  • 1 cup Chopped Pecans Can be swapped with walnuts or left out for a nut-free dish.
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar White sugar can be a suitable substitute.
  • 1/2 cup Melted Butter Coconut oil can be used as a non-dairy alternative.
For the Creamy Base
  • 4 cups Sliced Strawberries Opt for fresh berries for the best flavor.
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese (softened) Can be replaced with vegan cream cheese for a dairy-free option.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust according to taste or replace with a preferred sweetener.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Can be omitted but will reduce the overall flavor profile.
  • 8 oz Cool Whip Substitute with any whipped topping or homemade whipped cream.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Medium bowl
  • Large Bowl
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the crushed pretzels, chopped pecans, and brown sugar. Stir in the melted butter until everything is well combined.
  3. Spread the pretzel mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, and bake for 8–10 minutes until bubbles form. Let it cool completely.
  4. Beat the softened cream cheese with granulated sugar and vanilla extract in a large bowl until smooth and fluffy.
  5. Gently fold in the Cool Whip until evenly combined and refrigerate.
  6. Before serving, fold in the sliced strawberries and half of the cooled pretzel crunch into the creamy mixture.
  7. Top with the remaining pretzel crunch and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for easier blending. Keep pretzel crunch separate until serving for maximum freshness.

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