Today’s tried and true recipe is the perfect dessert for your end-of-summer gatherings, potlucks, picnics, and parties, a favorite during the holidays too – Strawberry Pretzel Salad! A nostalgic dessert enjoyed since the 1960s, served any time of year.
Sweet and salty, strawberry, cheesecake-y perfection. This light and irresistible, easy-to-make dessert is made in a pan and cut into squares. For an even prettier presentation, it can be served individually in small mason jars.
How pretty is this dessert?! Almost too pretty to eat!
If you want to wow your family and friends and are looking for a special dessert to serve, give this oldie but goodie recipe a try and make them individually. It’s worth the little extra time and effort. I promise, your guests will thank you.
To make them individually (see tips below), simply fill the bottom of jars with the pretzel crust filling and bake them in the oven, remove and allow to cool. Once cool, layer them the same as you would in the pan, then refrigerate. That’s it!
For an extra touch (not called for in the recipe), add a dollop of whipped cream and a fresh strawberry on top right before serving.
Did you grow up with this recipe? Please share your memories or tips in the comments section below.
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Strawberry Pretzel Salad
- 2 cups finely crushed pretzels
- 1/2 cup sugar, divided
- 2/3 cup butter, melted
- 12 ounces cream cheese, softened (regular, not reduced fat)
- 2 Tablespoons milk
- 1 cup thawed Cool Whipped Topping
- 2 cups boiling water
- 1 package (6 oz.) JELL-O Strawberry Flavor Gelatin
- 1 1/2 cups cold water
- 4 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
Directions
For the directions and to print this wonderful recipe, please head to Kraft Heinz. While you are there, be sure to read the rave reviews!
Tips for individual servings in 8-ounce wide-mouth mason jars:
To make individual desserts in mason jars, simply fill the jars with the pretzel crust filling. Place the jars on a cookie sheet, bake on the middle rack of the oven pre-heated at 350 degrees f. for 10 mins. Remove, allow to cool completely, then layer. Refrigerate for 3 hours before serving.
For a pretty presentation, add a dollop of whipped cream and a fresh strawberry on top right before serving.
Makes approximately 10-12 individual servings, depending on how thick you layer each jar.
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Mimi
It’s much better tasting when you use dream whip instead of cool
Whip. Frozen strawberries are better too. I also add cut in half mini marshmallows to the cream
Cheese.