Strawberry Pretzel Salad

Strawberry Pretzel Salad is a delightful and unique dessert that combines the sweet, tangy flavors of strawberries with the salty crunch of pretzels. The buttery, sugar-coated pretzel crust provides a delightful contrast to the creamy, fluffy filling made with cream cheese and whipped topping. The vibrant strawberry Jell-O topping adds a refreshing and visually appealing finish, making this dish a perfect choice for those who love the interplay of sweet and salty. This recipe is likely to appeal to a wide range of palates, from those seeking a light and refreshing dessert to those who appreciate the balance of flavors in a unique and satisfying treat.
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Ingredients
Crust
2 salted pretzels
3/4 butter
3 tbsp(s) granulated sugar
Filling
8 oz(s) cream cheese
1 granulated sugar
8 oz(s) frozen whipped topping
Topping
6 oz(s) strawberry Jell-O
2 water
2 fresh strawberries
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Crush the 2 salted pretzels into fine crumbs.
3. Melt the 3/4 cup of butter.
4. In a bowl, mix the crushed pretzels, melted butter, and 3 tablespoons of granulated sugar until well combined.
5. Press the pretzel mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish.
6. Bake the crust for 8-10 minutes, or until lightly golden.
7. Remove the crust from the oven and let it cool completely.
8. In a medium bowl, beat the 8 ounces of cream cheese until smooth.
9. Add the 1 cup of granulated sugar and mix until well combined.
10. Fold in the 8 ounces of frozen whipped topping.
11. Spread the cream cheese filling over the cooled pretzel crust.
12. In a medium saucepan, combine the 6 ounces of strawberry Jell-O and 2 cups of water.
13. Bring the mixture to a boil, then remove it from the heat and let it cool slightly.
14. Slice the 2 fresh strawberries and arrange them on top of the cream cheese filling.
15. Carefully pour the slightly cooled Jell-O mixture over the strawberries.
16. Refrigerate the Strawberry Pretzel Salad for at least 4 hours, or until the Jell-O is set.
17. Serve chilled and enjoy!
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