Treat yourself to a delicious mix of sweet and salty with this amazing strawberry pretzel dip. It is one of my favorite dessert dips and it takes about 15 minutes to put together.
Whether you're enjoying it at a family gathering, a picnic in the summer, or a relaxing evening at home, this creamy dip is packed with flavor that'll make you want more.
With its salty pretzel crust and tangy cream cheese filling, this strawberry pretzel salad recipe is a surefire crowd-pleaser that will have everyone asking for the recipe.
Why You'll Love My Recipe
- Perfect blend of sweet and salty flavors.
- Easy to make with simple ingredients.
- Perfect as a dessert dip or side dish.
- Incorporates fresh strawberries for a burst of fruity freshness.
- Ideal for summer gatherings or family traditions.
- Easily adaptable for dietary preferences.
Ingredients for strawberry pretzel salad dip
- Crushed pretzels
- Melted butter
- Granulated sugar, divided
- Cream cheese, softened
- Thawed Cool Whip
- Strawberry jello mix
- Fresh strawberries, chopped
Equipment and kitchen tools
- Lined baking sheet
- Electric hand mixer
How to make strawberry pretzel dessert
Step 1 - Heat oven to 400°F (200°C), and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine crushed pretzels, melted butter, and ½ cup granulated sugar.
Step 2 - Spread the pretzel mixture evenly onto the parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 7–8 minutes until lightly golden.
Allow the pretzel mixture to cool completely, then break it up into a crumble using a rolling pin or food processor.
In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth using an electric mixer.
Step 3 - Add in the remaining ½ cup of granulated sugar, cool whip, and strawberry gelatin mix. Mix until well combined.
Step 4 - Gently fold in the chopped fresh strawberries and pretzel crumble until evenly distributed.
Step 5 - Transfer the strawberry pretzel dip to a serving dish.
Optionally, top with extra fresh strawberries or a sprinkle of pretzel crumble for garnish.
Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Timesaving Tips for the Best Results
- Ensure the cream cheese is at room temperature for easy blending.
- Cool the pretzel crust completely before adding it to the cream cheese mixture.
- Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Substitutions and Variations
- Crush your favorite salted pretzels, like pretzel rods or pretzel twists.
- Substitute strawberry jello mix with other flavored jello mixes for variety.
- Substitute other fresh fruit instead of strawberries for a different flavor or texture.
- Add chopped pecans or freeze-dried strawberries for extra crunch or flavor.
- Add a few drops of vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture for extra sweet flavor.
FAQs About This Recipe
Yes, you can prepare the pretzel crust and cream cheese mixture ahead of time and assemble the dip just before serving to maintain optimal texture.
While fresh strawberries are recommended for their vibrant flavor and texture, you can use thawed frozen strawberries in a pinch. Just be sure to drain any excess liquid before adding them to the dip.
This strawberry pretzel dip is a decadent treat and may not fit into a strict low-calorie diet. However, you can make it slightly lighter by using reduced-fat cream cheese and whipped topping.
More easy recipes with strawberries
📖 Recipe
Strawberry Pretzel Dip
Equipment
- Large Bowl
- Parchment lined baking sheets
Ingredients
- 1 cup crushed pretzels
- ½ cup melted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar divided
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 8 ounces cool whip
- 3 tbsp. strawberry jello mix
- 1 cup fresh strawberries chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400 degrees fahrenheit, and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium mixing bowl, stir together crushed pretzels, melted butter, and ½ cup granulated sugar.
- Spread the pretzel mixture in an even layer onto the parchment, and bake for 7-8 minutes.
- Allow the pretzel mixture to cool completely, and break up into a crumble.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth.
- Add in ½ cup granulated sugar, cool whip, and strawberry jello. Mix until well combined.
- Fold in the fresh strawberries and pretzel crumble.
- If desired, top with extra fresh strawberries or a bit of the pretzel crumble.
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese is at room temperature for easy blending.
- Cool the pretzel crust completely before adding it to the cream cheese mixture.
- Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days
Nutrition
If you are not yet subscribing to my CELEBRATE THE SEASON newsletter, you can subscribe here. I share easy recipes for the season that the entire family is sure to love and also a few things that I don’t share here.
Sha
it's very yummy