# Components:
→ Pretzel Crust
01 - 2 cups salted pretzels, crushed
02 - ¾ cup unsalted butter, melted
03 - ¼ cup granulated sugar
→ Cream Cheese Layer
04 - 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened
05 - 1 cup granulated sugar
06 - 8 oz (225 g) whipped topping (e.g., Cool Whip), thawed
→ Strawberry Layer
07 - 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
08 - 1 (6 oz / 170 g) package strawberry-flavored gelatin (Jell-O)
09 - 2 cups boiling water
# Method:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
02 - In a mixing bowl, combine crushed pretzels, melted butter, and ¼ cup sugar. Mix well. Press mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9x13-inch (23x33 cm) baking dish.
03 - Bake crust for 10 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool completely.
04 - Beat softened cream cheese and 1 cup sugar together until smooth. Fold in whipped topping. Spread mixture evenly over cooled crust, ensuring you reach all edges to seal the crust.
05 - Chill the baking dish in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to set the layer.
06 - In a large bowl, dissolve strawberry gelatin in 2 cups boiling water. Allow to cool until slightly thickened but not set, about 20–30 minutes.
07 - Arrange sliced strawberries over the cream cheese layer. Gently pour cooled gelatin over the strawberries.
08 - Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until fully set.
09 - Slice and serve chilled.
