Description
Sweet & Salty Strawberry Pretzel Salad is a delightful dessert that masterfully combines the crunch of salted pretzels with creamy layers of whipped cream and tangy cream cheese, topped with fresh strawberries. This visually appealing dish offers a perfect balance of sweet and salty flavors, making it an irresistible treat for gatherings or family celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups crushed salted pretzels
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ cup granulated sugar (for crust)
- 1 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 8 oz whipped topping
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Combine crushed pretzels, melted butter, and ¼ cup sugar in a bowl. Mix well.
- Press the mixture into a greased baking dish and bake for 10 minutes until golden brown. Cool completely.
- In a bowl, beat softened cream cheese with 1 cup sugar until smooth. Gently fold in whipped topping.
- Once the crust has cooled, spread the cream cheese mixture over it evenly.
- Arrange sliced strawberries on top of the cream cheese layer.
- Refrigerate for at least two hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg