Layers of crunchy pretzels, creamy filling, and fresh strawberries in gelatin create a classic dessert.
# Components:
→ 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 Gelatin Layer
07 - 2 packages (3 ounces each) strawberry-flavored gelatin
08 - 2 cups boiling water
09 - 2 cups sliced fresh strawberries
# Directions:
01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F.
02 - Combine crushed salted pretzels, melted unsalted butter, and granulated sugar in a mixing bowl. Mix thoroughly.
03 - Press pretzel mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish to form an even layer. Bake for 10 minutes. Remove and allow to cool completely.
04 - In a large mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth. Gently fold in thawed whipped topping until fully incorporated.
05 - Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cooled pretzel crust. Seal edges thoroughly to prevent gelatin from seeping through.
06 - Dissolve strawberry-flavored gelatin in boiling water. Stir until completely dissolved. Allow gelatin to cool to room temperature.
07 - Fold sliced fresh strawberries into cooled gelatin mixture.
08 - Carefully pour strawberry gelatin and strawberry mixture over the cream cheese layer, ensuring an even distribution.
09 - Refrigerate assembled dessert for at least 4 hours or until fully set.
10 - Slice into portions and serve chilled.
