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Strawberry Pretzel Salad


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Description

A delicious dessert salad made with crushed pretzels, cream cheese, and fresh strawberries.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups crushed pretzels
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup butter, melted
  • 4 cups sliced strawberries
  • 2 8 oz packages cream cheese, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 16 oz Cool Whip

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, mix pretzels, pecans, and brown sugar. Stir in melted butter until combined.
  3. Spread the pretzel mixture onto the baking sheet and bake for 8–10 minutes until bubbling.
  4. Cool completely, then break into small pieces.
  5. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
  6. Fold in the Cool Whip. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  7. Before serving, fold in sliced strawberries and half of the pretzel crunch.
  8. Top with remaining crunch and serve immediately.

Notes

  • This dish is best served cold.
  • Feel free to adjust the amount of strawberries based on your preference.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Bake, No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 120mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg