Strawberry Pretzel Jello Salad

This Jello Dessert recipe is such a big hit at parties and family get-togethers! The combination of sweet and salty tastes makes this the strawberry Pretzel Jello Salad out there!

Strawberry Pretzel Jello Cake

Who knew salad could taste so good??

Okay, I think the better question is, why is this called a salad? We may never know the answer to that, but at any rate, this recipe is very simple but oh-so delicious and irresistible.

The crunchy bottom layer of crushed-up pretzels combined with the classic jiggly Jello texture on top makes this dessert so unique and satisfying.

Follow the recipe below to find out how to make the best Pretzel Jello Salad that will have you wanting salad every day.

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup sugar 
• 1/2 cup butter 
• 2.5 cups pretzel
• 6 ounces raspberry jello
• 2 cups water
• 8 ounces sliced strawberry 
• 8 ounces cream cheese
• 8 ounces Cool Whip

Instructions

1. Bring 2 cups of water to a boil.
2. Remove from heat and quickly dissolve the raspberry jello.
3. Preheat oven to 350 degrees
4. Crush pretzels (you can use a sealed plastic bag and a rolling pin, but I like to use a food processor)
5. Combine with sugar and melted butter.
6. Press into the bottom of a 9×13 baking dish.
7. Bake for 10 minutes.
8. While baking, bring 2 cups of water to a boil.
9. Remove from heat and dissolve the jello mix.
10. Layer sliced strawberries on top of the pretzel crust.
11. Pour the jello mixture on top.
12. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for four hours.
13. After it has solidified, remove it from the refrigerator.
14. Combine softened cream cheese and cool whip and spread on top.
15. Keep refrigerated until ready to serve.

Which pretzels are the best to use for this recipe?

Use pretzels that are small and salty. You want the smaller ones because they are much easier to crush. The salt really adds a delicious flavor to the dish. It doesn’t matter if you use the sticks or the classic pretzel shape because it will just get crushed up anyway. Big pretzels are not the best because it is harder to crush and they typically have less salt on them.

Can I use different kinds of Jello?

This recipe is pretty versatile, so yes, you can use different combinations of Jello and fruit. The most common combination though is a red jello like raspberry or strawberry jello with sliced strawberries, but the possibilities are endless. Check out our other Jello salad recipes for some inspiration on jello-fruit combinations that you could use.

Can this be made ahead of time?

Since the Jello needs a few hours to set, this recipe is actually best when it is made at least half a day in advance. This allows for the jello to set and for everything else to keep its shape. This recipe can also last in the fridge for a few days, so you can make it the day before and still be good to go.

How many people does this recipe serve?

It can serve about 10 to 12 people with a nice-sized slice.

How should you store leftovers?

This will be fine to just cover the baking dish with plastic wrap or aluminum foil and put it in the fridge for up to 3-5 days. Or you can put it in an airtight container and leave it in the fridge.

Other Jello Salad Recipes

• Easy Strawberry Jello Salad
• Easy Watergate Jello Salad
• Simple Lime Jello Salad Recipe
• Simple Layered Blueberry Jello Salad
• Easy Triple Berry Jello Salad
• Creamy Orange Jello Salad with Mandarin Oranges

Sweet and salty comes together perfectly in this strawberry pretzel jello salad recipe! Try it out for your next potluck or family dinner!