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Easy Creamy Strawberry Pretzel Salad Recipe Perfect for Summer Parties

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A quick and easy no-bake dessert featuring a salty pretzel crust, a fluffy cream cheese layer, and a fresh strawberry topping, perfect for summer parties and casual get-togethers.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups crushed pretzels (about 5 ounces / 140 grams)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (100 grams)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted (113 grams)
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened (225 grams)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (120 grams)
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream (480 ml)
  • 4 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced (about 600 grams)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (100 grams)
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch (16 grams)
  • 1/2 cup water (120 ml)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Toast the crushed pretzels for about 5 minutes, watching carefully.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the crushed pretzels and sugar. Pour in the melted butter and stir until all pretzels are evenly coated.
  3. Press the crust mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish. Bake for 7-10 minutes until golden and fragrant. Remove and let cool completely.
  4. Beat the softened cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth and creamy (about 2-3 minutes).
  5. In a separate chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
  6. Fold the whipped cream gently into the cream cheese mixture using a rubber spatula to keep it light and airy.
  7. Spread the cream layer evenly over the cooled pretzel crust and smooth the surface.
  8. In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, cornstarch, and water. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until thickened and clear (about 3-5 minutes). Remove from heat and stir in the sliced strawberries.
  9. Let the strawberry topping cool to room temperature.
  10. Spread the cooled strawberry topping evenly over the cream layer.
  11. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to allow layers to set.
  12. Serve chilled using a sharp knife for clean slices.

Notes

Chill the cream and bowl before whipping for best results. Press the crust firmly to avoid crumbling. Let crust cool completely before adding cream layer to prevent melting. Fold whipped cream gently to keep texture light. Watch strawberry glaze closely to avoid lumps. Refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight for best flavor and clean slices. Fresh strawberries preferred; if using frozen, drain well.

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Keywords: strawberry pretzel salad, summer dessert, no-bake dessert, creamy dessert, pretzel crust, easy dessert, party dessert

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