Description
Indulge in a refreshing Strawberry Crackle Salad, a delightful dessert that harmoniously blends sweet, creamy, and crunchy elements. This easy-to-make salad features a luscious cream layer of whipped cream cheese complemented by fresh strawberries, all topped with a golden pretzel and pecan crumble. Perfect for gatherings or as a light treat at home, this no-bake dessert is quick to prepare and can be made ahead of time. With its vibrant flavors and textures, the Strawberry Crackle Salad will surely become a favorite among family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups crushed pretzels
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 16 oz Cool Whip
- 4 cups sliced strawberries
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, mix crushed pretzels, chopped pecans, and brown sugar. Pour in melted butter and stir until coated.
- Spread the mixture on the baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes until golden; allow to cool before breaking into pieces.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese with granulated sugar and vanilla until smooth; fold in Cool Whip gently.
- In a serving dish, layer the cream mixture followed by sliced strawberries and top with the pretzel crumble just before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg