Pretzel Jello Jell O Salad Dessert
Indulge in the perfect harmony of sweet, salty, and creamy with this irresistible Pretzel Jello Salad Dessert. This crowd-pleasing treat features a crunchy layer of buttery crushed pretzels, a luscious middle layer of whipped cream cheese, and a vibrant strawberry gelatin topping studded with fresh, juicy strawberries. Ideal for potlucks, holidays, or summer gatherings, this no-fail dessert combines textures and flavors for a show-stopping finish to any meal. With just 25 minutes of prep and simple, pantry-friendly ingredients like Jell-O, Cool Whip, and pretzels, this nostalgic dessert is as easy to make as it is delightful to eat.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups crushed pretzels
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 0.75 cups granulated sugar
- 8 ounces whipped topping (such as Cool Whip), thawed
- 2 cups water
- 6 ounces strawberry-flavored gelatin mix (Jell-O)
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the crushed pretzels, 3 tablespoons of sugar, and melted butter. Mix until the pretzels are evenly coated.
Press the pretzel mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish to form an even crust.
Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then set aside to cool completely.
While the crust cools, prepare the cream cheese layer. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and 3/4 cup of sugar using an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
Gently fold in the whipped topping until fully combined.
Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cooled pretzel crust, ensuring it reaches the edges to prevent the Jell-O layer from leaking through. Refrigerate until firm, about 1 hour.
In a separate bowl, dissolve the strawberry-flavored gelatin mix in 2 cups of boiling water. Stir until fully dissolved, then allow it to cool to room temperature.
Once the gelatin has cooled, add the sliced fresh strawberries and stir to combine.
Carefully pour the gelatin mixture over the cream cheese layer. Spread the strawberries evenly within the gelatin.
Refrigerate the dessert for at least 4 hours, or until the Jell-O is fully set.
Slice into squares and serve chilled. Enjoy your sweet and salty treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4248 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 159.3 g | 204% | |
| Saturated Fat | 106.1 g | 530% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 344 mg | 115% | |
| Sodium | 5816 mg | 253% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 669.7 g | 244% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.0 g | 57% | |
| Total Sugars | 395.5 g | ||
| Protein | 55.0 g | 110% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 424 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 12.2 mg | 68% | |
| Potassium | 1161 mg | 25% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
