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Irresistible Jello Pretzel Salad Recipe Easy 3-Layer Dessert to Try Now

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A nostalgic and refreshing dessert combining a crunchy salty pretzel crust, fruity Jello layer, and creamy cream cheese topping. Perfect for family gatherings and potlucks.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups crushed pretzels (small pretzel twists preferred)
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) melted butter
  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 package (6 oz) flavored gelatin (strawberry or raspberry recommended)
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 1 cup cold water
  • 1 cup crushed pineapple, well drained
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 cup whipped topping (e.g., Cool Whip)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine crushed pretzels, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Stir until pretzels are well coated and crumbly.
  3. Press the pretzel mixture evenly into the bottom of the baking dish, pressing firmly but gently to create a compact layer.
  4. Bake the crust for 10 minutes. Remove and let cool completely.
  5. Dissolve the flavored gelatin in boiling water, stirring until completely dissolved. Add cold water and mix well. Let cool to room temperature but do not let it set.
  6. Stir crushed pineapple into the cooled gelatin mixture.
  7. Pour the Jello-pineapple mixture evenly over the cooled pretzel crust. Refrigerate for 2-3 hours or until firm.
  8. In a mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth and creamy. Gently fold in whipped topping.
  9. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the set Jello layer.
  10. Refrigerate the entire salad for at least 1 hour before serving to let layers meld and chill completely.

Notes

Make sure the pretzel crust is fully cooled before pouring the Jello to maintain crunch. Chill the Jello layer fully before spreading the cream cheese topping to prevent mixing. Crushing pretzels uniformly helps the crust hold together better. You can skip baking the crust and refrigerate it firmly instead, but baking adds a toasty flavor.

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