Description
Indulge in the delightful layers of our Strawberry Crackle Salad Recipe, a refreshing dessert salad that’s perfect for any gathering. With a crunchy pretzel and pecan topping baked to perfection, this unique dish features a creamy blend of softened cream cheese, sugar, and Cool Whip, all topped with luscious fresh strawberries. The combination of sweet and salty flavors makes it an irresistible treat for potlucks or family dinners. Effortlessly easy to prepare and beautifully versatile, this salad is sure to be a crowd-pleaser that leaves everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups crushed pretzels
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup butter, melted
- 2 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 16 oz Cool Whip
- 4 cups sliced strawberries
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, combine the crushed pretzels, chopped pecans, and brown sugar. Pour the melted butter over the mixture and stir until evenly coated.
- Spread the pretzel mixture on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes until bubbling and golden. Allow it to cool completely before breaking into small pieces.
- In a large bowl, beat together softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Gently fold in the Cool Whip until just combined; cover and refrigerate.
- Just before serving, layer the cream cheese mixture in a serving dish. Top with sliced strawberries and sprinkle with cooled pretzel crunch.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/12 of recipe (approx. 85g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg