What is pretzel salad made of?

This strawberry pretzel salad is an easy and decorative three-layer dish consisting of a pretzel crust, a cream cheese center, and a Jell-O topping . It's just plain delicious.

How many carbs are in strawberry pretzel salad?

Nutrition Facts (per serving) 255 Calories 11g Fat 36g Carbs 3g Protein Jun 14, 2011

What is the secret ingredient which makes a pretzel taste like a pretzel?

The answer lies in a brief dip in an alkaline water bath before baking. This bath essentially gelatinizes the outside of the pretzel, preventing it from fully “springing” during baking (as bread does) and giving pretzels their signature chewy crust. It also gives them their unique and indelible “pretzel” flavor.

Can I crush pretzels in a blender?

Crush pretzels in a blender . Add sugar and butter and Mix well. Press into a 9 inch pie plate. Bake at 350° for 8 minutes and cool.

What is the main ingredient in pretzels?

Pretzels are a type of bread typically made from wheat or rye flour and a few other ingredients, such as yeast, sugar, salt, water, and butter.

Can you freeze strawberries?

Cut and discard the stems, then freeze whole or cut to desired size. Lay the prepared strawberries on a tray and put in the freezer and until solid. Once frozen, transfer to labelled resealable freezer bag, ensuring you remove any excess air before sealing. Frozen strawberries are best used within six months .

Are pretzels high in carbs?

Although pretzels are low-fat, they are also pretty paltry on the protein and fiber front, and they can be quite high in sodium and carbs . What's more, they rank high on the glycemic index, meaning they can quickly spike blood sugar levels.

Pretzels are not keto-friendly due to their high net carb content. Consumption of pretzels can disrupt ketosis and lead to fluctuations in energy levels. There are various keto-compatible alternatives to pretzels, like almond flour crackers, roasted nuts, cheese crisps, and vegetable chips.

How many carbs are in a pretzel with peanut butter?

Peanut Butter Filled Pretzels (1 10 combos) contains 14g total carbs , 12.6g net carbs, 9.1g fat, 4.5g protein, and 152 calories.

What do you dunk pretzels in?

From cheesy sauces to mustard, you have plenty of options to choose from. Cheese. The most common dip you find with pretzels are cheese dips. ... Mustard. If you want to embrace the pretzel's German roots, go with a mustard dip! ... Chocolate. Pretzels' saltiness makes them a great partner for sweeter dips. ... Spinach and artichoke. Nov 3, 2021

How to cook soft pretzels for concession stand?

Use clean water and basting brush and lightly cover pretzel with water (easiest to use a gloved finger to wet pretzle). Sprinkle/dip pretzel in pretzel salt. Use paper plate • Microwave each on paper plate for one minute OR BAKE in ROASTER, at 350 degrees, for 10 minutes .

How do you soften pretzel bites?

Cover and store leftover pretzel bites at room temperature for up to 3 days. They lose a little softness over time. To reheat, microwave for a few seconds or bake in a 350°F (177°C) for 5 minutes .

Strawberry Pretzel Salad Recipe (VIDEO) (2024)

Strawberry Pretzel Salad is always a hit at parties. It’s dangerously good! The combination of sweet, salty and tart make it irresistible. This layered strawberry pretzel dessert is loved by adults and kids.

Jello recipes are the perfect potluck dessert because they keep well and are easy to make which is why this Strawberry Pretzel salad is so popular during the holidays. Ourjello cake and classicraspberry pretzel jello are also reader favorites this time of year.

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Why is it Called “Pretzel Salad”?

There is a massive debate on Facebook as to why this is called a “salad” and it really is a passionate debate (very entertaining to read). can a pretzel jello salad be a salad? I just want to put it out there that I did NOT name this dish. So, what do you think: Salad? or Dessert?

Can I Substitute Cool Whip?

Cool Whip provides the best results because it doesn’t soften the pretzels and keeps better overnight. You may substitute with more natural version like “True Whip“.

If usingwhipped cream (by beating1 cupheavy whipping cream until stiff and fluffy) and although this substitution tastes good, it softens the pretzel crust so the crust isn’t as crisp. If using whipped cream, add 2/3 cup sugar to the cream cheese to reach the same sweetness and refrigerate the cream portion for 45 minutes for it to set better.

What Kind of Pretzels are Best for Pretzel Jello?

Use small, SALTED pretzels (either sticks or traditional pretzel twists). Salted hard pretzels add the salty element which is surprising but so good. Smaller pretzels are easier to crush and measure.

Tips for Strawberry Pretzel Salad:

Dissolve the jello according to recipe instructions (NOT package instructions)
Use softened cream cheese and thaw cool whip in the refrigerator
Measure 2 1/2 cups of whole pretzels
Spread cream portion all the way to the edges for a tight seal before adding jello
Pour room temperature jello gently over the top to prevent cracks in the cream layer

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Strawberry Pretzel Salad

4.95 from 744 votes

Author: Natasha Kravchuk

This strawberry pretzel salad is easy to assemble and is always a hit at parties. The combination of sweet, salty and tart make it irresistible.

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Prep Time: 20 minutes mins

Cook Time: 10 minutes mins

Resting Time: 3 hours hrs 30 minutes mins

Total Time: 4 hours hrs

Ingredients

Servings: 12 slices

6 oz strawberry Jell-O
2 cups boiling water
2 1/2 cups salted pretzels, (measured before crushing)
1/4 cup granulated sugar
8 Tbsp unsalted butter
8 oz package cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
8 oz cool whip, thawed in the fridge
1 lb fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced

Instructions

Pre-heat oven to 350°F. Combine strawberry Jell-O with 2 cups boiling water and stir until completely dissolved. Set aside to cool to room temperature.
Crush 2 1/2 cups pretzels in a sturdy ziploc bag, using a rolling pin.
In a medium sauce pan, melt 8 Tbsp butter then add 1/4 cup sugar and stir. Mix in crushed pretzels. Transfer to a 13x9 glass casserole dish, pressing the pretzel mix evenly over the bottom of the dish and bake for 10 min at 350°F, then cool to room temp.
When pretzels have cooled, use an electric hand mixer to beat 8 oz cream cheese and 1/2 cup sugar on med/high speed until fluffy and white. Fold in 8 oz Cool Whip until no streaks of cream cheese remain. Spread mixture over cooled pretzels, spreading to the edges of the dish to create a tight seal. Refrigerate 30 min.
Hull and slice 1 lb strawberries then stir into your room temperature jello. Pour and spread strawberry jello mixture evenly over your cooled cream cheese layer and refrigerate until jello is set (2-4 hours).

Nutrition Per Serving

338kcal Calories47g Carbs4g Protein15g Fat9g Saturated Fat44mg Cholesterol354mg Sodium126mg Potassium1g Fiber30g Sugar530IU Vitamin A22.2mg Vitamin C52mg Calcium1.1mg Iron

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