Strawberry Pretzel Surprise

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Servings: 12 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A classic no-bake dessert featuring salty pretzel crust, sweet cream cheese, and tangy strawberry gelatin.
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This beloved three-layer dessert offers a delightful contrast of textures and flavors. The bottom layer consists of salty, buttery pretzels baked until crisp. The middle layer is a smooth, sweet, and creamy mixture of cream cheese and whipped topping. The top layer brings a burst of fruity tartness with strawberry gelatin and frozen strawberries. It&# 226;€™s an easy, crowd-pleasing treat perfect for potlucks, summer gatherings, or as a refreshing dessert after a heavy meal.

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Strawberry Pretzel Surprise

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 12 Calories: 1219.8

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This beloved three-layer dessert offers a delightful contrast of textures and flavors. The bottom layer consists of salty, buttery pretzels baked until crisp. The middle layer is a smooth, sweet, and creamy mixture of cream cheese and whipped topping. The top layer brings a burst of fruity tartness with strawberry gelatin and frozen strawberries. It&# 226;€™s an easy, crowd-pleasing treat perfect for potlucks, summer gatherings, or as a refreshing dessert after a heavy meal.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine broken pretzels, 1 tablespoon sugar, and melted margarine until pretzels are evenly coated.
  3. Press the pretzel mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish to form an even crust.
  4. Bake for 5-6 minutes until fragrant. Remove from oven and allow to cool completely.
  5. In a separate bowl, beat softened cream cheese and 1 cup sugar until smooth and creamy.
  6. Gently fold in the Cool Whip until fully incorporated.
  7. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cooled pretzel crust.
  8. In a medium bowl, dissolve strawberry gelatin in 2 cups of hot water.
  9. Stir in frozen strawberries (do not thaw).
  10. Allow the gelatin mixture to sit for about 15 minutes until it begins to thicken slightly (reaches a syrupy consistency).
  11. Pour the strawberry gelatin mixture evenly over the cream cheese layer.
  12. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until the top layer is completely set.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1219.8kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 51.2g79%
Saturated Fat 20.5g103%
Cholesterol 46.0mg16%
Sodium 1974.3mg83%
Total Carbohydrate 179.4g60%
Dietary Fiber 4.7g19%
Sugars 84.3g
Protein 15.8g32%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: strawberry, pretzel, dessert, no-bake, cream cheese, jello, easy, summer, potluck, fruit, salad, layered, cool whip, pineapple, crust
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