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Strawberry Pretzel Salad

A deliciously sweet and salty strawberry pretzel salad with a creamy layer and a crunchy pretzel base.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 10
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups crushed pretzels
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.75 cup unsalted butter
  • 16 oz strawberry pie filling
  • 8 oz cream cheese
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 8 oz Cool Whip
  • 1 lb fresh strawberries, sliced

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Mix crushed pretzels, sugar, and melted butter. Press into a 9x13 inch baking dish. Bake for 10 minutes. Let cool.
  2. In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Fold in Cool Whip until well combined.
  3. Spread cream cheese mixture over cooled pretzel crust. Top with strawberry pie filling. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
  4. Garnish with sliced strawberries before serving.

Notes

This salad is perfect for spring and summer gatherings. The combination of salty pretzel crust and sweet strawberry topping is irresistible.