Description
Strawberry Pretzel Jello Salad is a refreshing dessert that perfectly balances sweet and salty flavors. With a crunchy pretzel crust, creamy cream cheese layer, and vibrant strawberry topping, this dish is not only visually appealing but also easy to prepare. Ideal for gatherings or family picnics, this delightful salad will surely impress your guests and become a favorite at any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups mini pretzels
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ½ cup granulated sugar (divided)
- 1 package (3 oz) strawberry Jello
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 cup cold water
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup Cool Whip (or homemade whipped cream)
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Crush pretzels in a zip-top bag until coarse crumbs form. Mix with melted butter and ¼ cup sugar.
- Spread mixture into an ungreased baking dish and bake for 10 minutes. Let cool completely.
- Beat softened cream cheese with remaining sugar until smooth. Fold in half of the Cool Whip and spread over cooled crust.
- Dissolve Jello in boiling water, then stir in cold water. Let cool slightly before folding in sliced strawberries.
- Pour Jello mixture over the cream cheese layer and refrigerate for at least four hours or until set.
- Serve topped with remaining Cool Whip or additional strawberries.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 130g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in lemon zest or substituting strawberries with other fruits like blueberries or raspberries. Ensure the pretzel crust cools completely before adding layers for optimal texture.