# Ingredient List:
→ Pretzel crust
01 - 2 cups salted pretzel crumbs
02 - 3/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
03 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
→ Cream cheese layer
04 - 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
05 - 1 cup granulated sugar
06 - 8 ounces frozen whipped topping (thawed)
→ Strawberry layer
07 - 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
08 - 1 (6-ounce) package strawberry-flavored gelatin
09 - 2 cups boiling water
# How to Make:
01 - Heat the oven to 350°F.
02 - Combine crushed pretzels, melted butter and 1/4 cup sugar in a bowl until evenly moistened.
03 - Press the pretzel mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish and bake 10 minutes, then remove and cool completely.
04 - Beat softened cream cheese with 1 cup sugar until smooth, fold in thawed whipped topping until uniform and airy.
05 - Spread the cream cheese mixture over the cooled crust, sealing the edges, then refrigerate 30 minutes to set.
06 - Dissolve the strawberry gelatin in 2 cups boiling water, whisk until fully dissolved, and allow to cool until slightly thickened but still pourable (about 20–30 minutes).
07 - Arrange sliced strawberries over the chilled cream cheese layer, then gently pour the cooled gelatin over the fruit to cover evenly.
08 - Refrigerate at least 4 hours until fully set, slice into portions and serve chilled.
