Classic Strawberry Pretzel Salad (Sweet & Salty Layered Jello Dessert)
Classic Pretzel Salad is a nostalgic layered dessert that combines a buttery pretzel crust, creamy cheesecake-style filling, and a fruity gelatin topping. It’s sweet, slightly salty, cool, and refreshing — making it a must-have for holidays, potlucks, and family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- chill time: 4 hours
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 12 1x
Ingredients
For the Pretzel Crust
200g crushed pretzels
150g unsalted butter, melted
3 tablespoons sugar
For the Cream Layer
225g cream cheese, softened
150g sugar
250ml whipped topping or whipped cream
For the Gelatin Layer
1 (170g) package strawberry gelatin
500ml boiling water
400g sliced strawberries (fresh or frozen, thawed and drained)
Instructions
Prepare the Crust
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). In a bowl, mix crushed pretzels, melted butter, and sugar. Press firmly into the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish. Bake for 8–10 minutes, then allow to cool completely.
Make the Cream Layer
Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth and fluffy. Gently fold in whipped topping until fully combined. Spread evenly over the cooled pretzel crust, sealing the edges to prevent gelatin from seeping through. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Prepare the Gelatin
Dissolve strawberry gelatin in boiling water. Stir until completely dissolved. Let cool to room temperature (do not let it set). Stir in sliced strawberries.
Assemble
Carefully pour the cooled gelatin mixture over the cream layer.
Chill
Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until fully set.
Serve
Slice into squares and serve chilled.
Nutrition
- Calories: 320–360 kcal
- Protein: 3–4g