How to Make Strawberry Pretzel Pie - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to dessert, nothing beats a perfect combination of sweet and salty flavors. And that's exactly what you'll get with this delicious Strawberry Pretzel Pie! This dessert is a twist on the classic strawberry pretzel salad, but in pie form. It's the perfect treat for any occasion, whether you're hosting a summer BBQ or just want to indulge in a tasty dessert at home.

The Strawberry Pretzel Pie starts with a salty pretzel crust that adds a nice crunch and savory element to ba...

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups coarsely crushed pretzels
  • ¾ cup margarine, melted
  • 1 tablespoon white sugar
  • 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1 (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
  • 2 (3 ounce) packages strawberry flavored Jell-O®
  • 2 cups boiling water
  • 2 (10 ounce) packages frozen sweetened strawberries (do not thaw)

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 2 hrs
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 30 mins
  • Servings: 16
  • Yield: 1 9x13 inch pan

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • In a medium bowl mix together crushed pretzels, melted margarine, and 1 tablespoon sugar. Press mixture firmly into bottom of a 9x13 inch baking pan. Bake in preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, until lightly browned. Cool completely.
  • In a medium mixing bowl, beat together softened cream cheese and 1 cup sugar until smooth and fluffy. Fold in whipped topping and spread mixture evenly onto cooled crust.
  • Place gelatin in a medium heat-proof bowl and pour in boiling water. Stir gently until gelatin is completely dissolved. Add frozen strawberries and continue to stir until mixture begins to thicken. Chill until semi-firm but still pourable. Pour gelatin mixture over cream cheese layer. Chill at least 2 hours before serving.
  • Nutrition

    332 cal.

    • Total Fat: 17g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 15mg
    • Sodium: 368mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 44g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 34g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 15mg
    • Calcium: 23mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 74mg