Strawberry Pretzel Jell-O

This Strawberry Pretzel Jell-O is a quick and easy summer dessert idea. Made with fresh strawberries nestled in Jell-O on top of a whipped cream layer and crunchy pretzel crust.

Strawberry Pretzel Jell-O

My contribution to the dinner was this easy dessert, by his request. Personally, I have texture issues with Jell-O. I like the flavor, but sometimes it gags me. Haha no good when you’re trying to enjoy a dessert (or a shot…).

This recipe comes together really easily and is nearly no-bake. Plus, it’s pretty and serves a lot, so it’d be great to bring to a party.

For another great strawberry dessert recipe, be sure to try my Strawberry Shortcake Cake or Strawberry Brownie Delight.

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Strawberry Pretzel Jell-O

Melissa Williams | Persnickety Plates

Fresh strawberries nestled in Jell-O on top of a cream layer and pretzel crust.

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Ingredients

 

• 6 oz package of strawberry Jell-o
• 2 cups boiling water
• 2 cups pretzels crushed (I used sticks)
• ¼ cup sugar
• 1 stick unsalted butter
• 8 oz package of cream cheese I used low fat
• 8 oz package of Cool Whip thawed
• 1 cup sugar
• ½ – 3/4 lb fresh strawberries sliced

Instructions

 

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
• In a large bowl, add the packet of jell-o with 2 cups of boiling water. Stir until dissolved then set aside to cool to room temp.
• In a large ziploc bag, crush the pretzels using a rolling pin.
• In a small saucepan, melt the stick of butter then add the 1/4 cup sugar. Stir to combine. Pour the crushed pretzels into the saucepan and mix together.
• Press the pretzel mixture into the bottom of a 9×13 pan and bake for 10 minutes. Remove and allow to come to room temp.
• While the pretzel crust is cooling, add the cream cheese and 1 cup of sugar to a large bowl. Using a mixer, mix on low until fully combined.
• Stir in the Cool Whip with a spatula.
• Spread the cream cheese mixture over the cooled pretzel crust going all the way to the edges to create a seal. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
• While that portion is cooling, slice up your strawberries. I sliced up a full pound but only used about 3/4 pound.
• Once cooled, evenly arrange the sliced strawberries on top of the cream cheese layer.
• Pour the Jell-o over the strawberries and refrigerate until it is set.
• Slice & enjoy!

Notes

Adapted from Natasha's Kitchen

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