Description
A refreshing layered dessert with a crunchy pretzel crust, creamy cheesecake-like filling, and sweet strawberry gelatin topping that perfectly balances salty and sweet flavors.
Ingredients
- 2 cups crushed pretzels
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 container (8 oz) whipped topping
- 1 package (6 oz) strawberry gelatin
- 2 cups boiling water
- 2 cups sliced fresh strawberries
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix crushed pretzels, melted butter, and 3 tablespoons sugar until combined.
- Press mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Bake for 10 minutes and allow to cool completely.
- Beat cream cheese, 1 cup sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gently fold in whipped topping.
- Spread cream mixture evenly over cooled crust, sealing edges.
- Dissolve strawberry gelatin in boiling water and let cool slightly.
- Stir in sliced strawberries.
- Carefully pour gelatin mixture over cream layer.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours until fully set.
- Slice and serve chilled.
Notes
- Ensure the cream layer seals the edges to prevent gelatin from leaking through.
- Let gelatin cool slightly before pouring to avoid melting the cream layer.
- Can be made a day ahead for better flavor and texture.
- Use thawed and well-drained frozen strawberries if fresh are unavailable.
- Store refrigerated and serve cold.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
