Description
Delightful Strawberry Crack Salad is a crowd-pleasing dessert that combines the freshness of strawberries with a creamy filling and a satisfying crunch. This visually appealing dish is perfect for potlucks, picnics, or family gatherings, offering a delightful balance of flavors and textures. With its easy preparation and vibrant presentation, this salad is sure to leave a lasting impression on your guests.
Ingredients
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- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 8 oz whipped topping
- 1 cup pretzels, chopped
- ½ cup pecans, chopped
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- ¾ cup melted butter
- 2–3 cups strawberries, diced
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash and dice the strawberries; set them aside.
- In a mixing bowl, combine chopped pretzels, pecans, melted butter, and brown sugar until well-coated. Spread evenly on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 7–9 minutes until golden brown. Allow to cool completely.
- In another bowl, beat together softened cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until fluffy. Gently fold in whipped topping until smooth.
- Carefully mix in diced strawberries and cooled crunchy topping. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg