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Pioneer Woman Strawberry Pretzel Salad Recipe

Pioneer Woman Strawberry Pretzel Salad Recipe

Livy Lane
If you love sweet and salty desserts, this Pioneer Woman Strawberry Pretzel Salad Recipe is perfect. It mixes crunchy pretzels, creamy filling and fresh strawberries.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 4 hours
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12
Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups crushed pretzels
  • 3/4 cup melted butter
  • 3 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 package cream cheese 8 oz
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 container whipped topping 8 oz
  • 1 package strawberry gelatin 6 oz
  • 2 cups boiling water
  • 2 cups sliced fresh strawberries

Instructions
 

Prepare the Pretzel Crust

  • Crush pretzels into small pieces but not powder. Mix them with melted butter and sugar. Press this mixture into a baking dish. Bake at 350°F for 10 minutes. Let it cool completely before adding the next layer.

Make the Creamy Filling

  • In a bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth and fluffy. Add whipped topping and mix gently. Spread this layer evenly over the cooled pretzel crust.
  • Make sure to seal the edges to prevent gelatin from leaking through. If you are a fan of rich, creamy desserts, you might also enjoy this indulgent no-bake peanut butter pie that uses a similar luscious filling technique.

Prepare the Strawberry Layer

  • In another bowl, dissolve strawberry gelatin in boiling water. Stir well until fully dissolved. Let it cool slightly at room temperature. Add fresh sliced strawberries and mix gently to combine the flavors.
  • If you are ever in the mood to use your strawberries in a different way, these rich fudgy brownies with a strawberry twist are absolutely worth trying.

Assemble the Dessert

  • Carefully pour the strawberry gelatin mixture over the cream layer. Spread evenly so every bite has strawberries. Place the dish in the refrigerator and chill for at least 3 to 4 hours until fully set.

Slice and Serve

  • Once the dessert is firm, cut it into squares. Serve chilled for the best taste and texture. Enjoy the mix of crunchy, creamy, and fruity layers in every bite.

Notes

  • Use fresh strawberries for best flavor
  • Let crust cool completely before adding filling
  • Seal cream layer edges to avoid soggy crust
  • Try raspberry or cherry gelatin for variation — a buttermilk cherry almond cake is a great inspiration if you want to explore cherry-based desserts further
  • Add nuts for extra crunch
  • Use low-fat cream cheese if preferred
Keyword Pioneer Woman Strawberry Pretzel Salad Recipe