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Strawberry Pretzel Salad

Irresistible Strawberry Pretzel Salad for Summer Gatherings

This Strawberry Pretzel Salad is a delightful dessert that combines crunchy pretzels, creamy cheesecake, and fresh strawberries, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 3 cups Crushed Pretzels Substitute with gluten-free pretzels for a gluten-free option.
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Can use coconut sugar for a lower glycemic index.
  • 1/2 cup Salted Butter (melted) Unsalted butter can be used for more control over saltiness.
For the Cream Cheese Layer
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Ensure it’s at room temperature for smooth mixing.
  • 1/4 cup Powdered Sugar Can be replaced with a sugar alternative for less sugar.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Pure vanilla is preferred for the best taste.
  • 1 1/2 cups Heavy Cream Avoid low-fat options as they affect texture.
For the Strawberry Layer
  • 6 oz Strawberry-Gelatin Powder Feel free to swap with other fruit-flavored gelatin.
  • 2 cups Boiling Water Use hot water to ensure proper dissolving.
  • 2 cups Fresh Strawberries (sliced) You can also use raspberries or peaches for variety.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Baking dish
  • spatula
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line your baking dish with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the crushed pretzels with brown sugar and melted salted butter. Press into the bottom of the baking dish. Bake for about 10 minutes until golden brown, then let cool.
  3. In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Gradually fold in heavy cream until fluffy. Spread over the cooled pretzel crust and refrigerate for at least one hour.
  4. Dissolve the strawberry gelatin powder in boiling water, stirring until fully dissolved. Let cool until slightly thickened, then fold in sliced strawberries.
  5. Pour the strawberry mixture over the cream cheese layer and spread evenly. Chill for an additional 2 to 4 hours until set.
  6. Slice the dessert into squares or rectangles and serve chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This dessert tastes better when made in advance, allowing it to chill and set beautifully for maximum flavor.

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