Description
Delightful Strawberry Crack Salad is a refreshing and indulgent dessert that captures the essence of summer with its vibrant flavors. This no-bake treat features juicy strawberries enveloped in a creamy filling, topped with a crunchy pretzel-pecan mixture that adds the perfect balance of sweet and salty. Whether you’re hosting a potluck, enjoying a family gathering, or just satisfying your sweet tooth at home, this salad is sure to impress. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, it allows you to explore different fruits or toppings, making it an ideal choice for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 8 oz whipped topping
- 1 cup chopped pretzels
- ½ cup chopped pecans
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- ¾ cup melted butter
- 2–3 cups diced strawberries
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash and dice the strawberries; set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, combine chopped pretzels, chopped pecans, melted butter, and brown sugar until well coated.
- Spread the mixture on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 7–9 minutes until golden brown. Allow it to cool completely.
- In another bowl, beat together cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until fluffy. Gently fold in whipped topping until combined.
- Fold in diced strawberries and cooled pretzel-pecan crunch. Serve immediately for optimal taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 9 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg