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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.
Prep Time
1 hr
Cook Time
mins
Total Time
1 hr 15 mins
Servings: 10 parfaits
Calories: 443 kcal
Course:
Dessert
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
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
Instructions
Strawberry layer
- Place the strawberries and sugar in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat.
- Stir together the lemon juice, zest, vanilla and cornstarch. Pour over the strawberries and sugar. Bring to a boil.
- Turn the heat down to low and cook another 5-10 minutes Start Timer. Strawberries will begin to release their natural juices.
- 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.
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Pretzel layer
- Pulse pretzels into a pretty fine texture - some little chunks are okay - then stir in brown sugar and melted butter.
- Divide this mixture into the cups and press down to create the crust. Set aside.
Creamy layer
- 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.
- Then, fold in the cool whip.
Assemble
- Measurements will vary depending on the size cups you use. I like to layer in the following order
- ~3 Tbsp. pretzel mixture, ~¼ cup creamy mixture, ~2 Tbsp. of the cooled topping Yields ~10-12 cups depending on the cup size.
- 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
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
% 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.