A sweet and savory Strawberry Pretzel Dessert with a perfect balance of crunchy pretzels, creamy filling, and a refreshing strawberry topping. Perfect for family gatherings or any special occasion!
Ingredients:
- For the crust:
- ½ (15 ounce) package pretzels, crushed
- 1 cup margarine, melted
- ¼ cup white sugar
- For the filling:
- 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
- 1 (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
- 1 cup white sugar
- For the topping:
- 2 cups boiling water
- 2 (10 ounce) packages frozen strawberries, thawed
- 1 (6 ounce) package strawberry flavored Jell-O®
Directions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the crust: In a medium bowl, combine crushed pretzels, melted margarine, and ¼ cup sugar. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish to form an even crust. Bake for 10 minutes, then set aside to cool.
- Make the filling: In a separate bowl, beat together the cream cheese, whipped topping, and 1 cup sugar until smooth and creamy. Spread the mixture evenly over the cooled pretzel crust.
- Prepare the topping: In a separate bowl, dissolve the strawberry Jell-O in boiling water. Stir in the thawed strawberries. Let the mixture cool slightly, then pour it over the cream cheese layer. Refrigerate the Strawberry Pretzel Dessert for at least 4 hours or until it sets completely.
- Serve: Once set, slice and serve chilled.
Nutrition (per serving, based on 12 servings):
- Calories: 310
- Total Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
- Sodium: 220mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 32g
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 22g
- Protein: 3g
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Chill Time: 4 hours
Enjoy this delightful Strawberry Pretzel Dessert! Let me know if you’d like to make any adjustments to the recipe.
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Source: www.allrecipes.com
