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Strawberry Pretzel Jello Salad

A delightful combination of sweet strawberries, creamy filling, and a crunchy pretzel crust, this Strawberry Pretzel Jello Salad is perfect for potlucks and gatherings.
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Course: Dessert, Salad
Cuisine: American
Keyword: dessert, jello, pretzel, salad, strawberry
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 4 hours
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 220kcal

Ingredients

For the Pretzel Crust

  • 2 cups crushed pretzels Finely crushed for a better crust
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter Melted
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar

For the Cream Cheese Layer

  • 8 oz cream cheese Softened to room temperature
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 8 oz whipped topping Thawed

For the Strawberry Jello Layer

  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 6 oz strawberry jello Any brand
  • 2 cups sliced strawberries Fresh or frozen, thawed
  • 1 cup cold water

Instructions

Prepare the Pretzel Crust

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a mixing bowl, combine the crushed pretzels, melted butter, and 1/4 cup of sugar. Stir until the pretzels are evenly coated.
  • Press the pretzel mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish to form an even crust.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and let it cool completely.

Make the Cream Cheese Layer

  • In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with 1/2 cup of sugar using a whisk or electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
  • Fold in the whipped topping gently until fully combined, creating a light and fluffy mixture.
  • Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cooled pretzel crust.

Prepare the Strawberry Jello Layer

  • In a separate bowl, dissolve the strawberry jello in 1 cup of boiling water. Stir for about 2 minutes until completely dissolved.
  • Add 1 cup of cold water to the jello mixture and stir to combine.
  • Add the sliced strawberries to the jello mixture and stir gently to combine.
  • Pour the jello mixture over the cream cheese layer in the baking dish.
  • Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until the jello is fully set.

Notes

For best results, ensure that the cream cheese is at room temperature to avoid lumps. You can also use sugar-free jello for a lighter version.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 220kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 200mg | Potassium: 100mg | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 0.5mg