Description

Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the BEST Strawberry Pretzel Jello Salad. This delightful dish beautifully blends sweet and salty elements, making it a favorite at potlucks, summer BBQs, and family gatherings. The crunchy pretzel crust, velvety cream layer, and luscious strawberry jello come together to create an eye-catching dessert that is as easy to make as it is to enjoy.

Ingredients

Scale

2 1/2 cups coarsely chopped pretzels
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup melted butter
8 ounces cream cheese
16 ounces whipped topping (tru whip or cool whip)
6 ounces instant strawberry jello
1 quart strawberries (hulled and sliced)
2 cups boiling water

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Crush pretzels and combine with melted butter and sugar in a food processor. Press into the bottom of a 9×13 pan and bake for 10 minutes. Allow it to cool completely.
In the food processor, blend cream cheese with sugar until smooth, then mix in whipped topping. Spread over the cooled pretzel crust.
Dissolve strawberry jello in boiling water, then fold in sliced strawberries. Let cool until slightly thickened.
Pour jello mixture over the cream layer and refrigerate until fully set (about several hours). Cut into squares and serve.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 280
Sugar: 22g
Sodium: 250mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: Use fresh strawberries for enhanced flavor. Ensure each layer is evenly spread to prevent jello from seeping through. Chill adequately for best results. Experiment with different fruits or flavored jello for variety.