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Strawberry Crackle Salad

Refreshing Strawberry Crackle Salad for Ultimate Summer Crisp

This Strawberry Crackle Salad is a refreshing summer dish with juicy strawberries and a crunchy topping.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crunch Topping
  • 2 cups Crushed Pretzels Substitute with gluten-free pretzels for a gluten-free option.
  • 1 cup Chopped Pecans Can replace with almonds or walnuts.
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar White sugar can be used as a substitute.
  • 1/2 cup Butter (melted) Coconut oil can be used for a dairy-free option.
For the Salad
  • 4 cups Sliced Strawberries Fresh strawberries are preferred, but frozen can work in a pinch.
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese (softened) Neufchâtel cheese can be a lighter alternative.
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Reduce or omit for a lower-sugar version.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Almond extract can be used for a different twist.
  • 8 oz Cool Whip Whipped heavy cream can be used as a homemade alternative.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step‑By‑Step Instructions for Strawberry Crackle Salad
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, mix crushed pretzels, chopped pecans, and brown sugar. Add melted butter and combine until well coated.
  3. Spread the pretzel mixture on the baking sheet and bake for 8–10 minutes until bubbling and golden brown.
  4. In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  5. Gently fold in the Cool Whip until fully incorporated, then chill until ready to assemble.
  6. Before serving, fold in sliced strawberries gently into the cream mixture.
  7. Transfer the mixture to a serving bowl and sprinkle half of the cooled pretzel crunch on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2-3 days. Keep pretzel topping separate until serving to maintain crunch.

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