Crunchy Strawberry Jello Salad

Dive into a delightful blend of sweet, salty, and creamy textures with this irresistible Crunchy Strawberry Jello Salad. Perfect for potlucks, family gatherings, or summer picnics, this no-fuss dessert features a buttery pretzel crust that adds the perfect crunch, a luscious cream cheese and whipped topping layer, and a fruity, wobbly strawberry Jello crown studded with ripe, frozen strawberries. With just 30 minutes of prep time, this easy-to-make recipe combines the nostalgic charm of classic Jello desserts with a modern, crowd-pleasing twist. Serve it chilled in beautiful squares for a refreshing treat that’s as stunning as it is delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups crushed pretzels
• 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 stick unsalted butter, melted
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• 8 ounces whipped topping (e.g., Cool Whip), thawed
• 6 ounces strawberry-flavored gelatin mix (Jello)
• 2 cups boiling water
• 16 ounces frozen strawberries, sliced
• 1 cup cold water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the crushed pretzels, 3 tablespoons of sugar, and melted butter. Stir until fully combined.

Step 3

Press the pretzel mixture into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish to form a crust.

Step 4

Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and allow it to cool completely.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and 3/4 cup sugar together until smooth and creamy.

Step 6

Fold the whipped topping into the cream cheese mixture until no streaks remain.

Step 7

Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cooled pretzel crust, ensuring it reaches the edges to seal off the crust from the next layer. Refrigerate while preparing the other layers.

Step 8

In a large bowl, dissolve the strawberry gelatin mix in 2 cups of boiling water.

Step 9

Stir in 1 cup of cold water and the frozen sliced strawberries. Let the mixture sit for about 5 to 10 minutes, or until it thickens slightly but is still pourable.

Step 10

Carefully pour the gelatin mixture over the cream cheese layer in the baking dish.

Step 11

Refrigerate the salad for at least 4 hours, or until the gelatin layer is completely set.

Step 12

Once set, slice into squares and serve chilled. Enjoy your Crunchy Strawberry Jello Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2389.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4440.3

Total Fat 196.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 121.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 498.7mg	0%
Sodium 5748.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 650.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.7g	0%
Total Sugars 390.5g
Protein 55.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 425.4mg	0%
Iron 12.4mg	0%
Potassium 1201.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.5%

Protein: 4.8%

Carbs: 56.7%