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Strawberry Pretzel Delight

Strawberry Pretzel Delight

Make an easy Strawberry Pretzel Delight dessert with salty crust, creamy filling, and strawberry topping. Perfect for potlucks and summer parties.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 12 people
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups finely crushed pretzels (about 6-7 oz of twists or sticks)
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese softened to room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 (8 oz) container frozen whipped topping like Cool Whip, thawed
  • 2 (3 oz) packages strawberry flavored gelatin like Jell-O
  • 2 cups boiling water
  • 1 (16 oz) package frozen sliced strawberries do not thaw

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer
  • Rubber spatula
  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. Combine finely crushed pretzels, melted butter, and sugar in a mixing bowl; mix until coated.
  3. Press the pretzel mixture into the baking dish firmly and evenly. Bake for 10 minutes and cool completely on a wire rack.
  4. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth, then fold in thawed whipped topping until no white streaks remain.
  5. Spread the cream cheese mixture over the cooled pretzel crust, sealing the edges.
  6. In a heat-proof bowl, whisk the strawberry gelatin with boiling water until completely dissolved.
  7. Stir in frozen strawberries and let sit for 10-15 minutes until slightly thickened.
  8. Pour the gelatin mixture over the cream cheese layer and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to set.

Nutrition

Calories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 4IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For extra crunch, add 1/2 cup of chopped pecans or walnuts to the pretzel crust. Use unsalted butter to better control the salt level in the crust. Try topping individual servings with fresh whipped cream and a whole pretzel twist for a fancier presentation. Properly stored, this dessert will last 3-4 days in the refrigerator. Avoid freezing as the texture may change. Experiment with different flavors of gelatin and fresh fruits for a personalized twist on this delightful dessert!
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