Strawberry Pretzel Crunch Cake

Recipe Collection: Dessert

Strawberry Pretzel Crunch Cake satisfies your sweet tooth with a delightful vegetarian dessert that perfectly balances sweet strawberries and salty pretzels. This American classic features a crunchy pretzel crust, a luscious cream cheese layer, and a vibrant strawberry gelatin topping. Ideal for gatherings or a refreshing treat, it’s versatile enough to serve at any occasion.

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Overview

This delightful dessert combines the sweet and salty flavors of strawberries and pretzels with a creamy middle layer. It's a refreshing treat perfect for any occasion, featuring a crunchy pretzel crust, a smooth cream cheese filling, and a fruity strawberry gelatin topping.

Diet Type

Vegetarian

Allergies

Dairy, Gluten

Cuisine

American

Serving Size: 10

Cooking Time: 105 minutes

Ingredients

• 0.75 Cups butter, softened
• 3 Tablespoons (tbsp) brown sugar
• 2.5 Cups pretzels, crushed
• 1 6 Ounces (oz) package strawberry flavored Jell-O®
• 2 Cups water, boiling
• 3 Cups strawberries, chilled
• 1 8 Ounces (oz) package cream cheese
• 1 Cup white sugar
• 1 8 Ounces (oz) container frozen whipped topping, thawed

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar. Add the crushed pretzels and mix well. Press this mixture into the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking pan. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, then set aside to cool.
3. In a medium bowl, dissolve the strawberry flavored Jell-O® in boiling water. Stir in the chilled strawberries and refrigerate until the mixture is partially thickened.
4. In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese and white sugar together until smooth. Fold in the thawed whipped topping. Spread this mixture over the cooled pretzel crust, ensuring the edges are sealed.
5. Once the gelatin mixture is partially set, pour it over the cream cheese layer. Chill the dessert until the gelatin is firm.
6. Serve chilled and enjoy your Sweet & Salty Strawberry Pretzel Delight!

Enjoy your homemade Strawberry Pretzel Crunch Cake!