Strawberry Pretzel Salad
Strawberry pretzel salad is a delightful summer dessert that combines the perfect balance of sweet and salty flavors. With its crunchy pretzel crust, creamy filling, and juicy strawberries, this dish is a crowd favorite at picnics and family gatherings. Easy to make and visually stunning, it’s sure to impress your guests and leave them wanting more!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups crushed pretzels
- ½ cup melted butter
- ¼ cup granulated sugar (divided)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup whipped topping (thawed)
- 2 cups fresh strawberries (sliced)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix crushed pretzels, melted butter, and 2 tbsp sugar until combined. Press into a greased baking dish to form an even crust.
- Bake for 10 minutes until golden brown; let cool completely.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese with the remaining sugar until smooth. Add vanilla extract and mix well. Gently fold in whipped topping.
- Spread half of the creamy mixture over the cooled crust. Layer with sliced strawberries, then spread remaining creamy filling on top.
- Cover with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg