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Strawberry Crackle Salad

Strawberry Crackle Salad: A Summer Dessert Delight

Strawberry Crackle Salad is a delightful summer dessert mixing crunchy pretzels, pecans, strawberries, and a creamy filling.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crunch Base
  • 2 cups crushed pretzels substitute graham crackers if desired
  • 1 cup chopped pecans walnuts can be used instead
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar light or dark brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter (melted) salted butter for enhanced flavor
For the Creamy Filling
  • 8 oz cream cheese (softened) ensure it's softened for easy mixing
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract almond extract can be an alternative
  • 8 oz Cool Whip or another whipped topping
For the Fruity Layer
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries (sliced) use ripe strawberries for best flavor

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Electric Mixer
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine crushed pretzels, chopped pecans, and brown sugar. Pour in melted butter and stir until coated.
  3. Spread the mixture evenly on the lined baking sheet and bake for 8–10 minutes until bubbly and lightly golden. Allow to cool completely.
  4. In a large bowl, beat together softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy, approximately 2–3 minutes.
  5. Gently fold Cool Whip into the cream cheese mixture until well combined and fluffy.
  6. Refrigerate the creamy mixture for about 30 minutes. Meanwhile, wash and slice fresh strawberries.
  7. Just before serving, gently fold the sliced strawberries into the chilled cream mixture.
  8. Sprinkle the reserved crunchy topping generously on top of the assembled salad and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 3gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 210mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 22gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure the pretzel mixture cools completely before adding to maintain crunchiness. Soften cream cheese fully for a smooth filling and always use ripe strawberries.

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