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Strawberry Pretzel Jello Salad

Irresistible Strawberry Pretzel Jello Salad for Sweet Moments

Strawberry Pretzel Jello Salad is a delightful blend of sweet and salty flavors, perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pretzel Crust
  • 2.5 cups coarsely crushed pretzels Provide the crunchy base
  • 0.25 cups granulated white sugar Sweetens the pretzel crust
  • 0.5 cups butter, melted Binds the crust
For the Creamy Layer
  • 8 ounces cream cheese Forms the creamy layer
  • 16 ounces whipped topping Provides fluffy texture
  • 1 cup granulated white sugar Sweetens the cream cheese layer
For the Jello Layer
  • 6 ounces instant strawberry jello Gives the salad its signature flavor
  • 2 cups boiling water Activates the jello
  • 1 quart strawberries, hulled and sliced Adds fresh flavor

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Hand mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Crush pretzels to yield 2.5 cups. Combine with 1/4 cup sugar and 1/2 cup melted butter. Press into a 9x13-inch baking pan. Bake for 10 minutes until golden. Let cool completely.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine 8 ounces of softened cream cheese with 1 cup of sugar. Beat until smooth. Fold in 16 ounces of whipped topping. Spread mixture over cooled pretzel crust.
  3. Boil 2 cups of water. Add 6 ounces of jello, stirring until dissolved. Fold in 1 quart of sliced strawberries. Allow to cool slightly until thickened.
  4. Pour the cooled jello mixture over the creamy layer. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours until set.
  5. Slice into squares, garnish if desired, and enjoy the refreshing flavors!

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 240mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure the pretzel crust cools before applying the cream cheese layer to keep it crispy. Allow jello to thicken before pouring it over the cream layer for better presentation.

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