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Strawberry Pretzel Jello Salad

Strawberry pretzel Jello salad balances a salty pretzel crust, a creamy middle layer, and a chilled strawberry topping. Spread the cream cheese layer all the way to the pan edges: it creates a barrier that helps keep the crust from softening when gelatin is added.

Prep
25 min
Servings
12 servings
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Strawberry pretzel salad with red gelatin, creamy filling and golden pretzel crust
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How to make it

  1. Heat oven to 350°F. Mix pretzels, melted butter, and 3 tablespoons sugar. Press into a 9-by-13-inch pan; bake 8–10 minutes and cool completely.

  2. Beat cream cheese and ½ cup sugar smooth. Fold in whipped topping. Spread over the cooled crust, sealing to the edges. Chill 30 minutes.

  3. Dissolve gelatin in boiling water. Cool until room temperature, then stir in strawberries.

  4. Carefully pour gelatin over the chilled cream layer. Refrigerate until fully set before slicing.

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Strawberry Pretzel Jello Salad

Strawberry pretzel Jello salad balances a salty pretzel crust, a creamy middle layer, and a chilled strawberry topping. Spread the cream cheese layer all the way to the pan edges: it creates a barrier that helps keep the crust from softening when gelatin is added.

Strawberry pretzel salad with red gelatin, creamy filling and golden pretzel crust
Prep
25 min
Servings
12 servings
Course
Dessert
Cuisine
American-inspired

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Source: https://saucyrecipe.com/strawberry-pretzel-jello-salad/

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Last checked
2026-09-18
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