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Fresh Strawberry Crackle Salad

Fresh Strawberry Crackle Salad: A Sweet & Crunchy Treat

A refreshing Fresh Strawberry Crackle Salad that's a perfect blend of sweet strawberries and crunchy pretzels, ideal for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad Base
  • 4 cups Fresh Strawberries Can be swapped for blueberries or raspberries.
  • 1 cup Chopped Pecans Omit for nut-free option or substitute with walnuts or seeds.
For the Crunch Topping
  • 2 cups Crushed Pretzels Use gluten-free pretzels to cater to dietary needs.
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Coconut sugar can be used for a less processed alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Butter (melted) Can substitute with margarine or vegan butter.
For the Creamy Component
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Consider low-fat cream cheese or Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust based on preferred sweetness level.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Opt for pure vanilla for the best flavor.
  • 8 oz Cool Whip Can substitute with homemade whipped cream.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Hand mixer
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, combine crushed pretzels, chopped pecans, and brown sugar. Add melted butter and mix until well-coated.
  3. Spread the pretzel mixture evenly on the baking sheet. Bake for 8-10 minutes until golden brown, then let cool completely.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
  5. Gently fold in the Cool Whip until fully combined. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  6. Slice fresh strawberries and fold them into the cream cheese mixture with half of the pretzel crunch.
  7. Transfer the salad to a serving bowl and sprinkle remaining pretzel crunch on top before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best flavor, ensure strawberries are ripe and adjust sweetness based on their natural sweetness. Add pretzel crunch just before serving to maintain its texture.

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