Description

Strawberry Pretzel Salad is a crowd‑pleasing dessert that blends a crunchy pretzel crust, creamy cheese filling, and a sweet strawberry glaze. This easy, no‑fuss recipe is perfect for parties, potlucks, or a quick summer treat, delivering a beautiful red‑and‑white presentation that tastes as good as it looks. Ready in under an hour, it offers a delightful mix of textures and fresh fruit flavor for any occasion.

Ingredients

Scale

2 cups crushed pretzels
1/2 cup butter, melted
1/4 cup sugar
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup sugar
1 cup whipped topping
2 cups strawberry slices
1 cup grape juice
1/2 cup water
1/4 cup cornstarch

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Mix pretzels, melted butter, and 1/4 cup sugar; press into a 9×13 inch pan and bake 10 minutes. Cool.
Beat cream cheese with 1 cup sugar until smooth; fold in whipped topping. Spread over crust.
In a saucepan, combine grape juice, water, and cornstarch; cook until thick. Add strawberries and simmer briefly.
Pour glaze over cheese layer, chill at least 4 hours before serving.

Notes

For a smoother glaze
strain after cooking. Use fresh
ripe strawberries for best flavor. The salad can be made a day ahead and kept refrigerated.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Desserts
Method: Baked
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 250
Sugar: 30g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 30mg

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