Layers of pretzel crust, creamy middle, and fresh strawberry gelatin create a sweet, salty treat.
# Ingredients:
→ Pretzel Crust
01 - 2 cups salted pretzels, crushed
02 - 3/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
03 - 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
→ Cream Cheese Layer
04 - 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
05 - 1 cup granulated sugar
06 - 8 ounces whipped topping, thawed
→ Strawberry Jello Layer
07 - 2 packages (3 ounces each) strawberry-flavored gelatin
08 - 2 cups boiling water
09 - 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
# Directions:
01 - Set the oven to 350°F and allow to preheat while preparing the crust.
02 - Combine crushed pretzels, melted unsalted butter, and 3 tablespoons granulated sugar in a mixing bowl. Mix thoroughly until well blended.
03 - Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish, creating an even crust layer.
04 - Bake the prepared pretzel crust for 10 minutes. Allow the crust to cool completely in the dish before proceeding.
05 - Beat softened cream cheese with 1 cup granulated sugar in a mixing bowl using an electric mixer until smooth. Gently fold in the thawed whipped topping using a rubber spatula.
06 - Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cooled pretzel crust, ensuring the edges are sealed to prevent gelatin from leaking through.
07 - In a separate bowl, dissolve 2 packages of strawberry gelatin in 2 cups boiling water, stirring until completely dissolved. Allow to cool to room temperature.
08 - Stir the sliced fresh strawberries into the cooled gelatin mixture.
09 - Carefully pour the strawberry gelatin mixture over the cream cheese layer, spreading evenly.
10 - Refrigerate the assembled dessert for a minimum of 4 hours, or until the gelatin is fully set and the layers are firm.
11 - Slice into squares and serve chilled. Optionally garnish with extra crushed pretzels before serving.
