Cranberry Pretzel Salad
This Cranberry Pretzel Salad combines the tangy flavor of cranberries with a salty pretzel crust, creating a delicious dish that's perfect for the holidays. With layers of creamy filling and cranberry Jello, it’s a crowd-pleaser that can be served as a side or dessert.
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 10 minutes mins
Chill Time 5 hours hrs 30 minutes mins
Total Time 5 hours hrs 45 minutes mins
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 15 Servings
Calories 317 kcal
- 2 1/2 cups crushed pretzels
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted (1 stick)
- 3 tablespoons + 1/2 cup granulated sugar divided
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1 (8 ounce) tub of whipped topping thawed
- 2 (3 ounce) packets of cranberry Jello
- 2 cups boiling water
- 1 (14 ounce) can of whole berry cranberry sauce
Mix the crushed pretzels, melted butter, and 3 tablespoons of sugar in a small bowl until well combined. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9x13 inch pan to form an even layer. Bake for 10 minutes, then set aside to cool completely.
While the crust is baking, dissolve the cranberry Jello in boiling water, then stir in the cranberry sauce until well combined. Set the mixture aside to cool to room temperature.
Once the crust has cooled, beat the softened cream cheese and remaining 1/2 cup sugar until smooth. Fold in the whipped topping until well combined.
Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cooled crust, making sure to spread all the way to the edges to create a seal between the cream layer and the crust.
Refrigerate the dish for about an hour, or until the cream layer is set.
Slowly pour the completely cooled Jello mixture over the cream layer. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until the Jello is fully set.
Once set, slice the Cranberry Pretzel Salad into squares and serve chilled.
- Store in the refrigerator, covered with plastic wrap, or in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Calories: 317kcalCarbohydrates: 46gProtein: 4gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 32mgSodium: 281mgPotassium: 76mgFiber: 1gSugar: 33gVitamin A: 416IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 33mgIron: 1mg
Disclaimer: Nutrition information is estimated based on automated calculations and should be considered as an approximation. These estimates are provided as a courtesy. Please use your own brand's nutritional values to verify accuracy.