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Strawberry Crackle Salad

Strawberry Crackle Salad: Refreshing Summer Bliss Awaits!

Strawberry Crackle Salad is a delightful harmony of juicy strawberries and crunchy pretzels, enriched with a creamy dressing, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crunchy Base
  • 2 cups Crushed Pretzels Feel free to substitute gluten-free pretzels for a gluten-free option.
  • 1 cup Chopped Pecans Substitute walnuts or almonds if desired.
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Use coconut sugar for a healthier twist.
  • 1/2 cup Butter (melted) Coconut oil makes a great dairy-free substitute.
For the Creamy Mixture
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese (softened) Swap in vegan cream cheese for a dairy-free option.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Consider reducing for a less sweet salad.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Optional but recommended for flavor boost.
  • 8 oz Cool Whip Homemade whipped cream is a natural alternative.
For the Star of the Show
  • 4 cups Sliced Strawberries Use fresh strawberries for the best flavor.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Whisk
  • Hand mixer
  • plastic wrap

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 mixing bowl, combine the crushed pretzels, chopped pecans, and brown sugar. Pour in the melted butter and mix thoroughly until evenly coated.
  3. Spread the pretzel mixture on the baking sheet and bake for 8 to 10 minutes until bubbly and golden. Let it cool completely before breaking it into pieces.
  4. In a large bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract. Beat until smooth and creamy.
  5. Gently fold in the Cool Whip into the cream cheese mixture until well incorporated.
  6. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to an hour.
  7. Before serving, fold in the sliced strawberries with the creamy mixture and mix in the reserved pretzel crunch.
  8. Transfer to a serving bowl, top with reserved pretzel crunch, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For the best taste, add pretzel crunch just before serving to keep it fresh.

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