Description
Indulge in the delightful Strawberry Crackle Salad, a refreshing dessert that combines luscious strawberries, creamy filling, and a satisfying crunch. This vibrant salad is perfect for summer gatherings, picnics, or family celebrations. The layers of sweetened cream cheese and fluffy Cool Whip contrast beautifully with the salty pretzel base, creating an irresistible treat that appeals to both kids and adults alike. With simple preparation steps and minimal cooking time, this no-bake dessert is your go-to option for impressing guests without spending hours in the kitchen.
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 your oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, combine crushed pretzels, chopped pecans, and brown sugar. Mix in melted butter until well combined.
- Spread the mixture on the baking sheet and bake for 8–10 minutes until bubbling. Allow 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 Cool Whip and refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Just before serving, fold in sliced strawberries and half of the cooled pretzel crunch. Top with remaining pretzel crunch for extra texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (225g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg