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Strawberry Crackle Salad

Deliciously Crunchy Strawberry Crackle Salad for Summer Fun

Delightful Strawberry Crackle Salad, a perfect blend of sweet strawberries and crispy bits, ideal for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crunch Mix
  • 2 cups Crushed Pretzels gluten-free pretzels can substitute
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Pecans use walnuts or almonds as alternatives
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar coconut sugar is a lower processed option
  • 1/2 cup Butter (melted) margarine or dairy-free alternative for vegan
For the Creamy Base
  • 4 cups Sliced Strawberries swap for other berries like raspberries or blueberries
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese (softened) opt for non-dairy cream cheese for a dairy-free version
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar honey or agave syrup can serve as a substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract almond extract provides a wonderful alternative
  • 8 oz Cool Whip homemade whipped cream or vegan options work beautifully

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine crushed pretzels, chopped pecans, and brown sugar. Mix well and stir in melted butter.
  3. Spread the pretzel mixture onto the baking sheet and bake for 8–10 minutes until bubbly and golden.
  4. Remove from oven and let it cool completely.
  5. In a large mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  6. Gently fold in Cool Whip into the cream cheese mixture and refrigerate for at least one hour.
  7. Fold in the sliced strawberries and half of the cooled pretzel crunch before serving.
  8. Transfer to a serving dish and top with the remaining pretzel crunch.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Enjoy this Strawberry Crackle Salad fresh. Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 2-3 days, but it's best enjoyed immediately.

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