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Crispy Strawberry Pretzel Salad Dessert Recipe Easy Homemade Creamy Filling

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A crowd-pleasing dessert featuring a crunchy salty pretzel crust, a creamy sweet cream cheese filling, and fresh strawberries on top. Easy to make and perfect for gatherings or last-minute treats.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups crushed pretzels (preferably Rold Gold)
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened to room temperature
  • 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted
  • 8 ounces whipped topping (cool whip or homemade whipped cream)
  • 4 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Crush 2 cups of pretzels finely using a food processor or by placing them in a sealed plastic bag and pounding with a rolling pin. Transfer to a mixing bowl.
  3. Stir in 3 tablespoons granulated sugar and 6 tablespoons melted butter until the mixture is evenly moistened.
  4. Press the pretzel mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish. Bake for 10 minutes until golden and fragrant. Remove from oven and let cool completely.
  5. Using a mixer, beat 8 ounces softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add 1 cup powdered sugar, mixing well to avoid lumps.
  6. Gently fold 8 ounces whipped topping into the cream cheese mixture. Add 1 tablespoon lemon juice if desired for a slight tang.
  7. Spread the creamy filling evenly over the cooled pretzel crust with a spatula.
  8. Arrange about 4 cups sliced fresh strawberries in a single layer on top of the filling. Pat dry strawberries if very juicy to prevent sogginess.
  9. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set. Overnight chilling is recommended for best flavor and texture.
  10. Cut into squares and serve chilled.

Notes

Cool the pretzel crust completely before adding the creamy filling to prevent sogginess. Pat dry strawberries if very juicy. For extra crunch and flavor, sprinkle chopped pecans on the crust before baking. Can substitute gluten-free pretzels and dairy-free whipped topping for dietary needs. Overnight chilling improves flavor and texture.

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