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Strawberry Crackle Salad

Strawberry Crackle Salad

A refreshing dessert salad with layers of strawberries, cream cheese, and a crunchy pretzel base.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Dessert, Salad
Cuisine American
Servings 8 people
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • 9x13 inch baking dish

Ingredients
  

For the Base

  • 2 cups crushed pretzels
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup butter, melted

For the Filling

  • 4 cups sliced strawberries
  • 2 8 oz packages cream cheese, softened
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 16 oz Cool Whip

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, combine crushed pretzels, chopped pecans, brown sugar, and melted butter. Mix well.
  • Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. Bake for 10 minutes, then let cool.
  • In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Fold in the Cool Whip.
  • Spread the cream cheese mixture over the cooled pretzel crust, then layer the sliced strawberries on top.
  • Chill for at least 2 hours before serving.

Notes

For added flavor, you can drizzle some chocolate sauce on top before serving.
Keyword dessert salad, pretzel salad, strawberry salad