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Strawberry Crackle Salad

Strawberry Crackle Salad: No-Bake Refreshment for Summer Fun

Enjoy a refreshing Strawberry Crackle Salad, combining sweet strawberries with a crispy topping. A perfect no-bake dessert for summer fun!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crunchy Topping
  • 2 cups Crushed Pretzels Swap for gluten-free pretzels if desired.
  • 1 cup Chopped Pecans Can be replaced with walnuts or omitted for a nut-free option.
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Light or dark brown sugar depending on preference.
  • 1/2 cup Melted Butter Opt for salted butter for extra flavor.
For the Creamy Layer
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Ensure it's softened for easy mixing.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Almond extract can be a substitute.
  • 8 oz Cool Whip Homemade whipped cream is an alternative.
For the Fresh Fruit Layer
  • 4 cups Sliced Strawberries Use ripe, seasonal strawberries for best taste.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

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 medium mixing bowl, combine the crushed pretzels, chopped pecans, and brown sugar. Pour in the melted butter and mix well.
  3. Spread the pretzel mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes until golden brown and fragrant.
  4. While the topping cools, beat the cream cheese with granulated sugar and vanilla extract until smooth.
  5. Fold in the Cool Whip gently, then chill this creamy layer in the refrigerator.
  6. Fold the sliced strawberries into the cream mixture, then mix in two-thirds of the cooled pretzel topping.
  7. Transfer the salad to a serving bowl and top with the remaining pretzel mixture before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 140mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure the pretzel topping cools completely before mixing; this keeps the crunch intact. Use only ripe strawberries for maximum flavor.

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