For decades, salads like this Strawberry Pretzel Salad Recipe have delighted palates as both side dish and dessert, making it a summer and holiday staple, especially in the Midwest and South. This layered salad masterfully blends sweet and salty flavors. Incredibly easy to make, pretzel salad can be prepared hours in advance. NCBandit says, “So easy to make, and so tasty! I made this the first time for a pool party and then again, a couple weeks later for the family. Highly recommended!”

What's not to love? Each of the three distinct layers boasts just three ingredients: a smooth, sweet cream cheese layer nestled between vibrant strawberry Jell-O® and berries, and a crunchy, sweet-and-salty pretzel crust. With only 20 minutes of hands-on prep time—and the refrigerator doing the rest—this delicious strawberry pretzel salad is ready to impress. No wonder it is one of our most popular recipes.

The stunning presentation paired with the sweet and salty flavors make this highly-rated easy strawberry pretzel dessert perfect for any occasion. It’s a welcome addition to holiday meals with its make-ahead convenience and bright flavor. Ibbrhardy gave it a 5-star review and commented, “I have made this for several years. The recipe was passed down from my mom, way before you could look it up on the internet! It's ALWAYS a huge hit!”

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