Layers of crunchy pretzel, creamy filling, and fresh strawberries suspended in gelatin create a delightful treat.
# What You'll Need:
→ 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 fresh strawberries, sliced
# How To:
01 - Set oven temperature to 350°F (175°C).
02 - In a mixing bowl, combine crushed salted pretzels, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Stir until evenly coated.
03 - Firmly press the pretzel mixture into the base of a 9x13-inch baking dish, creating an even layer. Bake for 10 minutes and allow to cool completely.
04 - Using an electric mixer, blend softened cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth. Gently fold in the whipped topping until fully incorporated.
05 - Evenly distribute the cream cheese mixture over the cooled pretzel crust, taking care to seal the edges thoroughly to prevent leakage from the gelatin layer.
06 - In a clean bowl, fully dissolve the strawberry-flavored gelatin in boiling water. Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature.
07 - Gently stir sliced strawberries into the cooled gelatin solution.
08 - Pour the strawberry gelatin and strawberry mixture carefully over the cream cheese layer, ensuring even distribution.
09 - Refrigerate the assembled dessert for a minimum of 4 hours until the gelatin layer is fully firm.
10 - Once set, slice the layered dessert into 12 servings. Serve well chilled.
