Strawberry Pretzel Dessert

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Strawberry Pretzel Dessert

This classic, potluck favorite features a crunchy pretzel crust topped with sweet cream and an irresistible strawberry jello topping. It's the perfect combination of sweet and salty!

Prep Time30

Cook Time12

Course: Desserts

Cuisine: American

Keyword: brownie, bread, dessert

Servings:

Calories: 638kcal

Author: Sara

Ingredients

For the Base Layer:

2 cups pretzels crushed
¾ cup butter melted
2 tablespoons sugar

For the Cream Layer:

2 cups whipped topping
8 ounces cream cheese softened
1 cup sugar

For the Strawberry Layer:

2 packages of strawberry jello 3 ounces each
2 cups boiling water
32 ounces frozen sliced strawberries thawed

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350º Fahrenheit.
In a small mixing bowl, combine base layer ingredients.
Press mixture into a greased 13x9" baking dish.
Bake for 10 minutes. Allow to completely cool.
To make cream layer, beat whipped topping, cream cheese, and sugar in a medium mixing bowl until smooth.
Spread cream over crust. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
To prepare strawberry layer, stir jello into boiling water until dissolved.
Stir in strawberries.
Refrigerate until jello begins to thicken.
Spoon over cream layer.
Refrigerate for 4 hours before serving.

Notes

Crust Consistency: Ensure the pretzel crust forms a solid base for your dessert by thoroughly combining the crushed pretzels, melted butter, and sugar. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the baking dish to create an even layer. This step helps prevent the crust from crumbling when slicing and serving the dessert.
Cream Layer Smoothness: Achieve a smooth and creamy texture for the middle layer by thoroughly blending the whipped topping, softened cream cheese, and sugar. Use an electric mixer or whisk vigorously until the mixture is uniform and free of lumps. This ensures a delightful contrast to the crunchy crust and fruity strawberry layer.
Jello Setting Time: Allow the strawberry jello mixture to thicken slightly in the refrigerator before pouring it over the cream layer. This helps prevent the jello from seeping into the cream layer and maintains distinct layers in the dessert. Refrigerate the completed dessert for at least 4 hours to allow all the layers to set properly, ensuring a well-defined and deliciously refreshing treat.

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