Strawberry Pretzel Salad Parfaits

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  • Prep Time

    1 hr

  • Cook Time

    mins

  • Total Time

    1 hr 15 mins

  • Servings

    10 parfaits

  • Calories

    443 kcal

  • Course

    Dessert

  • Cuisine

    American

Strawberry Pretzel Salad Parfaits

You will love the crunch of buttery pretzels, the smooth richness of cream cheese, and the vibrant freshness of strawberries, all coming together in a single, irresistible, no-bake layered Strawberry Pretzel Salad Parfait. Whether you’re hosting a party, celebrating a special event, or simply treating yourself, these are sure to impress and satisfy your summer time dessert cravings.

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Ingredients

Servings

Strawberry layer

  • 4 cups fresh strawberries, diced
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
  • 1 Tbsp. lemon zest (or the zest from 1 lemon)
  • 1 Tbsp. cornstarch
  • 1 tsp. vanilla extract

Pretzel layer

  • 4 cups pretzels
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/2 cup butter, unsalted, melted

Creamy layer

  • 8 oz. full-fat cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
  • 8 oz. extra creamy Cool Whip
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Instructions

Strawberry layer

  1. Place the strawberries and sugar in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Stir together the lemon juice, zest, vanilla and cornstarch. Pour over the strawberries and sugar. Bring to a boil.
  3. Turn the heat down to low and cook another 5-10 minutes Start Timer. Strawberries will begin to release their natural juices. 
  4. Take off the heat and allow to cool, then refrigerate. It’s best if this is completely cooled so when you spoon it on top of the other layers it’s a clean layer and the juices don’t bleed down the sides of the parfait glasses.

Pretzel layer

  1. Pulse pretzels into a pretty fine texture - some little chunks are okay - then stir in brown sugar and melted butter.
  2. Divide this mixture into the cups and press down to create the crust. Set aside.

Creamy layer

  1. Beat the cream cheese and powdered sugar in a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment for 2-3 minutes Start Timer until light and fluffy. Add in the vanilla and mix again.
  2. Then, fold in the cool whip.

Assemble

  1. Measurements will vary depending on the size cups you use. I like to layer in the following order
  2. ~3 Tbsp. pretzel mixture, ~¼ cup creamy mixture, ~2 Tbsp. of the cooled topping Yields ~10-12 cups depending on the cup size.
  3. Enjoy right away or refrigerate for a few hours prior to serving!

Notes

  • Storage
  • Once assembled, store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Note: the pretzel crust may start to soften after the first day due to the moisture from the cream cheese layer.
  • To store in separate layers: each layer can be made up to 2 days in advance. Store the pretzel layer in a baggie at room temperature so it stays crisp. Keep the cream cheese and strawberry layers in containers in the fridge. 

Nutrition Information

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Serving 1parfait Calories 443kcal (22%) Carbohydrates 64g (21%) Protein 6g (12%) Fat 19g (29%) Saturated Fat 11g (55%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 5g Trans Fat 0.4g Cholesterol 51mg (17%) Sodium 560mg (23%) Potassium 229mg (7%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 34g (68%) Vitamin A 635IU (13%) Vitamin C 35mg (39%) Calcium 73mg (7%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 10parfaits

Amount Per Serving

Calories 443 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving 1parfait
Calories 443kcal 22%
Carbohydrates 64g 21%
Protein 6g 12%
Fat 19g 29%
Saturated Fat 11g 55%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 5g 25%
Trans Fat 0.4g 20%
Cholesterol 51mg 17%
Sodium 560mg 23%
Potassium 229mg 5%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 34g 68%
Vitamin A 635IU 13%
Vitamin C 35mg 39%
Calcium 73mg 7%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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