Strawberry Pecan Pretzel Salad : Oh, the Memories!
This Strawberry Pecan Pretzel Salad is an amazing dessert that is perfect for potlucks and parties. This cool and creamy salad is always a crowd pleaser.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Total Time: 4 hr 30 mins
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups crushed pretzels
- 3/4 cup melted butter
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 12 ounces whipped topping, thawed
- 1 (6 ounce) box strawberry gelatin
- 2 cups boiling water
- 20 ounces frozen sliced strawberries
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- In a medium bowl, mix together crushed pretzels, melted butter, and 3 tablespoons sugar. Press into the bottom of a 9×13 inch pan. Bake in preheated oven for 10 minutes. Let cool.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, 1 cup sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Fold in whipped topping. Spread over cooled pretzel crust.
- In a large bowl, dissolve strawberry gelatin in boiling water. Stir in frozen strawberries. Let stand until slightly thickened. Pour over cream cheese layer.
- Sprinkle with chopped pecans. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
For best results, use frozen strawberries as they help the gelatin set properly.
Find it online: https://seasonedrecipe.com/strawberry-pecan-pretzel-salad/