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Raspberry Pretzel Salad

Delicious Raspberry Pretzel Salad for Your Summer BBQs

A refreshing Raspberry Pretzel Salad that's a crowd-pleaser with its crunchy crust and creamy layers.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 2 cups crushed pretzels Provides the crunchy base.
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter Binds the crust together.
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar Adds sweetness to the crust.
For the Cream Cheese Layer
  • 8 oz cream cheese Make sure it’s softened.
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar Sweetens the mixture.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Optional, but recommended!
  • 8 oz Cool Whip Lightens the cream cheese.
For the Raspberry Layer
  • 1 box Raspberry Jell-O Forms the top layer.
  • 2 cups fresh or frozen red raspberries Delivers tart flavor.
  • 1 cup boiling water Dissolves the Jell-O.
  • 1/2 cup cold water Helps cool the mixture.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Medium Saucepan
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Melt butter and brown sugar in a saucepan over low heat, then combine with crushed pretzels.
  3. Press the pretzel mixture into the baking dish and bake for 5 minutes.
  4. In a bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth, then fold in Cool Whip.
  5. Dissolve Raspberry Jell-O in boiling water, then add cold water and allow to cool slightly.
  6. Stir in raspberries, pour over cream cheese layer, and chill for at least 2 hours.
  7. Slice into squares to serve, and garnish with additional fresh raspberries if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Make ahead for better flavor and keep refrigerated to maintain freshness. Store leftovers covered for up to 3 days.

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