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Strawberry Crack Salad Recipe

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Strawberry Crack Salad is a delightful dessert salad featuring a creamy, fluffy base combined with a crunchy mixture of pretzels, pecans, and brown sugar, all perfectly balanced with fresh diced strawberries. This easy-to-make treat offers a delicious blend of textures and flavors, ideal for summer gatherings or potlucks.

Ingredients

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Crunch Topping

  • 1 cup pretzels, chopped
  • ½ cup pecans, chopped
  • ¾ cup brown sugar
  • ¾ cup melted butter

Creamy Base

  • 8 oz (1 package) cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 (8 oz) tub Cool Whip, thawed

Fruit

  • 2–3 cups strawberries, diced

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Crunch Topping: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped pretzels, chopped pecans, brown sugar, and melted butter. Stir thoroughly to coat all the ingredients evenly.
  2. Bake and Cool: Spread the mixture evenly onto a parchment-lined rimmed baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 7-9 minutes, stirring once halfway through to ensure even baking. Remove from oven and allow the crunchy mixture to cool completely.
  3. Make the Creamy Base: In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and fluffy. Then, gently fold in the thawed Cool Whip until fully combined and creamy. Set this mixture aside.
  4. Combine and Serve: Once the crunch topping has cooled, carefully fold the diced strawberries and the cooled pretzel-pecan mixture into the creamy base. Mix gently to preserve the crunch texture. Serve immediately for best texture and freshness.

Notes

  • Ensure the pretzel and pecan mixture is completely cooled before adding to the cream base to maintain crunchiness.
  • Chilling the assembled salad for 30 minutes can help meld flavors, though it is best served fresh.
  • For a nut-free option, omit the pecans or replace with additional pretzels or seeds.
  • You can substitute Cool Whip with homemade whipped cream for a fresher taste.
  • Adjust sugar quantities to suit your taste preference.

Keywords: Strawberry Crack Salad, dessert salad, pretzel salad, creamy salad, summer dessert, no-bake dessert

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