Strawberry Pretzel Salad
By: Stephanie Keeping from Spaceships and Laser Beams
Strawberry Pretzel Salad
"Strawberry pretzel salad is an old-fashioned Southern recipe that’s popular at potlucks and holiday dinners. But why it’s called a salad is anyone’s guess! This fruity, sweet and salty treat is actually a strawberry dessert with a pretzel crust. Whether you’re hosting a barbecue, bringing a dessert to a potluck dinner or just want a simple dessert for the holiday season, this strawberry pretzel salad recipe is sure to go down a treat. The sweet strawberry jello, creamy Cool Whip and salty, crunchy pretzels together create a taste sensation that kids and adults will love."
Serves12
Preparation Time15 min
Chilling Time2 hr
Cooking Time10 min
Cooking MethodNo Bake
Cooking Vessel Size9 x 13 pan
Ingredients
- 5 cup salted pretzels, crushed
- 1 cup sugar
- 3 cup butter
- 12 (1-ounce) cream cheese
- 2 teaspoon vanilla
- 12 (1-ounce) cool whip
- 4 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
- 6 (1-ounce) strawberry gelatin
- 2 cup boiling water
- 2 cup ice water