Strawberry-Pretzel Jello Salad

[MashaBear]

Hi folks! Check out this amazing Strawberry-Pretzel Jello Salad recipe! It's the perfect blend of sweet and salty, with a creamy and crunchy texture that's totally irresistible. Give it a try for your next gathering or potluck! #DeliciousDesserts #SweetandSalty #YummyTreats


Strawberry-Pretzel Jello Salad

Ingredients:

• 2 cups crushed pretzels
• 11 tablespoons + 1/4 cup sugar, divided
• 1/2 cup melted butter or margarine
• Cooking spray
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 8 ounces frozen whipped topping, thawed
• 6 ounces strawberry gelatin (1 packet)
• 2 cups boiling water
• 10 ounces frozen strawberries in light syrup, thawed
• 16 ounces sour cream
• 1/4 cup chopped pecans, toasted

Directions:

1. Make Pretzel Crust: Combine crushed pretzels, 6 tablespoons sugar, and melted butter. Press mixture onto the bottom of a 13- x 9-inch pan coated with cooking spray. (Mixture will be crumbly.)
2. Bake Crust: Bake at 350°F for 15 minutes; cool completely.
3. Prepare Cream Cheese Layer: Beat softened cream cheese, 5 tablespoons sugar, and vanilla at low speed with an electric mixer until sugar dissolves. Fold in whipped topping. Spread over the pretzel layer.
4. Make Strawberry Gelatin Layer: Stir together gelatin and boiling water until dissolved; add strawberries. Chill for 1 hour or until partially set. Spread gelatin mixture over the cream cheese layer; chill for 8 hours or until set.
5. Add Toppings: Stir together sour cream and remaining 1/4 cup sugar; spread over the top of the strawberry layer. Sprinkle with chopped pecans.

This Strawberry-Pretzel Jello Salad is a total crowd-pleaser! It's become a family favorite, and every time I make it, it disappears in no time. Can't wait for you all to try it and enjoy every delicious bite! #FamilyFavorite #YummyTreats

 

[Popsickle]

Interesting combo! Excited to taste the sweet and salty mix. Thanks for sharing the recipe!

 

[Keith_]

Strawberry-Pretzel Jello Salad - a sweet and salty sensation that's sure to be a crowd-pleaser! Can't resist this unique twist on a classic dessert.

 

[MashaBear]

Interesting combo! Excited to taste the sweet and salty mix. Thanks for sharing the recipe!

Thanks so much! I'm glad you find the combo intriguing! Can't wait for you to try it out and hope you enjoy that delicious sweet and salty fusion as much as I do!

 

[yunggunna]

Strawberry-pretzel Jello salad? A delightful mix of sweet and salty flavors in every bite!