Description
Indulge in the delightful layers of Strawberry Pretzel Jello Salad, a nostalgic no-bake dessert that perfectly balances sweet and salty flavors. Ideal for potlucks, summer barbecues, or family gatherings, this treat features a crunchy pretzel crust topped with a creamy layer of sweetened cream cheese and finished off with a vibrant strawberry jello layer. Not only is it easy to make, but it also offers a refreshing taste that appeals to guests of all ages. With minimal prep time and no oven required, this dessert is a stress-free addition to any occasion. Serve it chilled for the ultimate summer delight!
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 oz Strawberry Jello
- 2 cups Boiling water
- 2 cups Crushed pretzels
- 1/4 cup Sugar (for crust)
- 8 tbsp Unsalted butter
- 8 oz Cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup Sugar (for cream cheese layer)
- 8 oz Whipped topping (thawed)
- 1 lb Strawberries (sliced)
Instructions
- In a bowl, dissolve Strawberry Jello in boiling water; let cool.
- Melt butter in a saucepan, mix in sugar and crushed pretzels; press into a baking pan.
- Bake at 350°F for 10 minutes; allow to cool.
- Blend cream cheese with sugar until smooth; fold in whipped topping.
- Spread cream cheese mixture over the cooled pretzel crust.
- Refrigerate for 30 minutes; then mix strawberries with cooled jello and pour over the cream layer.
- Chill for at least 2 hours until set before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg