Strawberry Pretzel Cheesecake Bars

Recipe Collection: Dessert

Strawberry Pretzel Bliss with Cheesecake Layer satisfies your sweet tooth with a vegetarian American dessert that perfectly balances sweet and salty flavors. This delightful treat features a crunchy pretzel crust topped with a smooth cream cheese layer and vibrant strawberry topping, making it a showstopper for any gathering.

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Overview

This irresistible dessert combines the perfect balance of sweet and salty with a crunchy pretzel crust, a luscious cream cheese layer, and a vibrant strawberry topping. Ideal for gatherings, this treat is sure to impress with its delightful textures and flavors.

Diet Type

Vegetarian

Allergies

Dairy, Gluten

Cuisine

American

Serving Size: 16

Cooking Time: 115 minutes

Ingredients

• 1.5 Cups crushed pretzels
• 0.75 Cups butter, melted
• 4.5 Tablespoons white sugar
• 2 8 Ounces (oz) packages cream cheese, softened
• 1 Cup white sugar
• 1 8 Ounces (oz) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
• 2 Cups boiling water
• 1 6 Ounces (oz) package strawberry flavored Jell-O
• 1 16 Ounces (oz) package frozen strawberries

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather all ingredients to ensure a smooth cooking process.
2. In a medium bowl, combine the crushed pretzels, melted butter, and 4.5 tablespoons of sugar. Mix until well combined.
3. Press the pretzel mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish to form an even crust. Bake for 10 minutes or until lightly toasted. Allow to cool completely.
4. In another medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and 1 cup of sugar until smooth and creamy.
5. Gently fold in the thawed whipped topping into the cream cheese mixture. Spread this evenly over the cooled pretzel crust. Refrigerate for about 30 minutes to set.
6. In a large bowl, dissolve the strawberry Jell-O in 2 cups of boiling water. Stir in the frozen strawberries until they are thawed and the mixture is slightly thickened.
7. Carefully pour the strawberry mixture over the cream cheese layer in the dish. Ensure it is evenly distributed.
8. Refrigerate the dessert for at least 1 hour, or until the Jell-O layer is completely set.
9. Once set, slice into squares and serve chilled. Enjoy the delightful combination of flavors and textures!

Enjoy your homemade Strawberry Pretzel Bliss with Cheesecake Layer!