Saturday, May 26, 2012

Strawberry Pretzel Squares

Having been so super busy as always this time of year,
I actually had a few minutes to make a yummy dessert last weekend. 
I can't remember the last time I actually cooked something,
let alone made a dessert!

This is a recipe that I have had since I was a newlywed,
and I always try to make it every Summer because I like that  it's
cool & refreshing, not overly sweet,
yet gives me the sweet & salty combination that I love so much!


Strawberry Pretzel Squares

2 cups finely crushed pretzels
1/3 cup sugar
2/3 cup margarine or butter, melted
12 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/4 cups sugar
2 tablespoons milk
1 cup thawed Cool Whip
2 cups boiling water
2 packages strawberry jello
1½ cups cold water
2 pints strawberries, sliced

Heat oven to 350 degrees.  Mix crushed pretzels, 1/3 cup sugar, and margarine or butter.  Press firmly into bottom of 13 x 9 inch baking pan.  Bake 10 minutes and let cool.

Beat cream cheese, 1/4 cup sugar and milk until smooth.  Stir in Cool Whip.  Spread over cooled crust and refrigerate.

Place jello in a large bowl, add boiling water and stir 2 minutes or until completely dissolved.  Stir in cold water.  Refrigerate 1½ hours or until thickened.  Stir in strawberries.  Spoon over cream cheese layer.  Refrigerate 3 hours or until firm.

Cut into squares, garnish as desired.


Wishing you a happy Memorial Day!

Sharing at:  Tatertots & Jello


33 comments:

  1. Ooooo I want some! We might make this at some point this weekend. YUM!

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  2. Oh my, this sounds so yummy! Hey, you could plop a couple of blueberries on top & make it super-patriotic!
    Happy Memorial Day!
    CAS

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  3. Oh my golly that looks so good right now, mmmmmmmmmmmmm!

    Thanks, Gina- looks awesome and easy and would be very popular all summer!!!!

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  4. HEY GINA! I cannot find my own recipe for this TREAT! I looked online and found a similar one but not like YOURS...which was like MY OWN. I am saving this to use for the summer. I used to call it Strawberry Salad! lol xo Diana

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  5. I have neen looking for a good strawberry dessert and I think this is it. Thanks, Gina!!

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  6. That looks so yummy! Perfect for summer.
    Hugs, Cindy

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  7. Gina,
    Hi! I've never tried this before. Have to give it a try. Thank you for sharing.
    Pat

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  8. I want a piece right now. I have seen something like it on Pinterest, I want to make it but I am afraid I'll eat all of it. lol :/ xo

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  9. YYYYUUUUUMMMMYYYY!!!
    I'm craving one now.
    Thanks for the recipe.
    Have a Happy Memorial Day!

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  10. I am SOOOO trying this recipe! Looks divine! I'll let you know how mine turns out! Thanks for sharing it, and hope you have a blessed Memorial Holiday! :)

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  11. My family loves this recipe and you didn't invite us?

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  12. A friend of mine makes these to bring to pot luck's and I've asked a couple times for the recipe and not received it, now I can quit asking. They are so delicious.

    ~Bliss~

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  13. That's such a pretty dessert! Perfect combination of sweet and salty :) Have a great weekend!

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  14. Oooh, that looks so delicious and cool. That's one of the few recipes I still have in my recipe box. It's a great summer dish.

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  15. Yummy~Yummy.

    This even looks CUTE.
    I love it, it's all sassy and zingy looking. Mmm. Mmm. Mmm =)

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  16. I love this! I should make it this weekend. Kinda forgot about it lately...how did that happen? :-)

    Hope you're having a fun weekend!
    xo
    Pat

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  17. This looks yummy Gina, light and refreshing...perfect for summer:)

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  18. I used to make this but it's been a really long time. Thanks for reminding me of it, and your photos of it are so enticing!

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  19. Nummy num num! Great recipe Gina. Enjoy the day today!

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  20. Oh Gina, that looks soooo good! I have to try it.

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  21. Gina, what an awesome recipe!!! And so easy! Thank you for sharing, I will give a try. It looks delicious!

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  22. I am trying to catch up on my favourite blogs and of course you would have something yummy!! Geez Gina, I am trying to get rid of a few pounds before bathing suit season is officially here!!

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  23. Gina, I have this recipe and it is one of my favorites. We call it Strawberry Pretzel Jello. We always make it for Thanksgiving.
    Hugs,
    Jann

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  24. LOVE this. My aunt used to make this for all our family reunions when I was growing up. Thanks so much for the recipe. I had forgotten all about it. Definitely making it very soon!

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  25. This dessert looks yummy! I've never tried it before, but would sure like to!
    Blessings,
    Janet

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  26. This is one of my favorite things to eat ever. I love it. When I want to call it a dessert, I call it a dessert. When I want to call it a salad, I call it a salad. I'm found if I call it a salad, I feel less guilt when I want seconds.

    Or thirds.

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  27. One word....YUMMO!!! Love anything with strawberries! Thanks for sharing the recipe my friend. Hope you had a awesome long weekend :-)

    Much love,
    ♥Ana

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  28. thank you for this.....someone brought this to one of my parties...it was so yummy..didn't last!! thank you..I always wanted this recipe.

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  29. Oh Gina, I can tell by looking at them that I've got to make them! Yummy! Thank you for sharing the recipe!

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  30. I think you have just made my summer. This looks like a perfect refreshing treat. I've got it pinned!

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  31. OK, Gina...this looks OUT OF THIS WORLD! I will definitely be making it this summer...Thank you so so much for linking it up to our Summer Blog party!

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  32. My mother makes this recipe and I LOVE it! She serves it along with the meal, but I like to save it for dessert. Yours looks wonderful!

    Nice visiting with you.

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