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Strawberry Crackle Salad

Strawberry Crackle Salad: A Refreshing Summer Treat

Strawberry Crackle Salad is a delightful mix of fresh strawberries, crunchy elements, and a creamy dressing, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crunch
  • 2 cups crushed pretzels or crushed rice crackers for gluten-free
  • 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts for substitution
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar can be replaced with coconut sugar
  • 1/2 cup melted butter or coconut oil for dairy-free option
For the Salad
  • 4 cups sliced strawberries or substitute with blueberries or raspberries
  • 8 ounces softened cream cheese or Greek yogurt for lighter version
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar adjust to taste or omit if using sweet cream cheese
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract can be replaced with almond extract
  • 2 cups Cool Whip or non-dairy alternative like whipped coconut cream

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (205°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine crushed pretzels, chopped pecans, and brown sugar. Stir together until blended, then pour in melted butter and mix until coated.
  3. Spread the pretzel mixture evenly on the baking sheet, bake for 8–10 minutes until golden, and let cool completely.
  4. In a separate bowl, beat softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth, then gently fold in Cool Whip and chill.
  5. Just before serving, fold in sliced strawberries and half of the cooled pretzel crunch. Reserve remaining crunch for topping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best texture, let the pretzel mixture cool completely before using. Keep strawberries dry before mixing to prevent sogginess.

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