Strawberry Pretzel Jello Salad (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Jello Layer

01 - 6 oz Strawberry Jello
02 - 2 cups boiling water

→ Pretzel Layer

03 - 2 cups pretzels, crushed
04 - 1/4 cup sugar
05 - 8 tablespoons unsalted butter

→ Cream Cheese Layer

06 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
07 - 1/2 cup sugar
08 - 8 oz whipped topping, thawed

→ Topping

09 - 1 lb strawberries, sliced

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
02 - Combine the strawberry Jello and boiling water in a medium bowl. Stir until completely dissolved and allow to cool to room temperature.
03 - In a medium saucepan, melt the butter and mix in 1/4 cup sugar. Add the crushed pretzels and stir to coat. Press the mixture evenly onto the bottom of a 9x13 baking pan using a fork.
04 - Place the pan in the oven and bake for 10 minutes. Remove and allow the crust to cool completely to room temperature.
05 - Using an electric hand mixer, combine the softened cream cheese and 1/2 cup sugar in a medium bowl until smooth. Gently fold in the thawed whipped topping.
06 - Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cooled pretzel crust, ensuring it covers the entire pan from edge to edge. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
07 - Mix the sliced strawberries into the cooled Jello mixture. Pour this mixture evenly over the cream cheese layer. Refrigerate for 2-3 hours, or until the Jello is fully set.
08 - Cut into slices and serve immediately. Enjoy!

# Notes:

01 - Ensure Jello mixture is at room temperature before pouring over the cream cheese to avoid separation.