Strawberry Pretzel Salad: 5 Reasons It's Your Next Sweet & Salty Obsession!
This irresistible Strawberry Pretzel Delight combines a crunchy, buttery crust with a smooth, creamy filling and a vibrant berry topping. Perfect for any occasion!
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
For the Pretzel Base
- 4.5 cups crushed pretzels approximately 12 oz
- 1.5 cups unsalted butter melted
- 0.375 cups granulated sugar
For the Cream Layer
- 16 oz cream cheese softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 16 oz frozen whipped topping thawed
For the Berry Top Layer
- 2 boxes raspberry-flavored gelatin 6 oz each
- 4 cups boiling water
- 4 packages frozen raspberries 10 oz each
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine crushed pretzels, melted butter, and sugar. Stir until evenly coated.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes until golden brown. Allow to cool completely.
- Beat together softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Fold in whipped topping gently. Spread over cooled crust, sealing the edges.
- Dissolve gelatin in boiling water. Add frozen raspberries. Stir until thickened and slightly cooled.
- Pour raspberry mixture over the cream layer. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours until set.
Notes
To make this dish ahead, prepare the crust and cream layer the day before and assemble the raspberry topping a few hours before serving for maximum freshness.