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Sugar Free Strawberry Pretzel Salad Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 minutes
  • Total Time: 8 hours 28 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Diabetic

Description

This Sugar Free Strawberry Pretzel Salad is a deliciously refreshing dessert featuring a crunchy pretzel crust topped with a creamy, sweetened low-fat cream cheese layer and a vibrant strawberry gelatin topping with real fruit. Perfect for those looking to enjoy a classic dessert without the added sugar, it combines sweet and salty flavors with a cool, fruity finish.

Ingredients

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Crust

  • ¾ cup salted butter (170 grams, melted, about 1½ sticks)
  • 2 cups crushed pretzels (120 grams, about 4 cups before crushing)
  • 3 tablespoons Stevia (4.5 grams; or 38 grams granulated sugar)

Cream Cheese Layer

  • 8 ounces low fat cream cheese (227 grams)
  • ¾ cup Stevia (18 grams; or 150 grams granulated sugar)
  • 8 ounces sugar free whipped topping (226 grams)

Gelatin Fruit Topping

  • 2 cups water (454 grams)
  • 0.6 ounces sugar free strawberry gelatin mix (17 grams; 2 packages)
  • 14 ounces frozen strawberries (397 grams, no sugar added)
  • 8 ounces crushed pineapple in 100% juice (227 grams, 1 can, drained)

Optional Garnish

  • Sugar-free whipped topping for serving
  • Sliced strawberries

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Baking Dish: Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C). Spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray and set aside.
  2. Make Pretzel Crust Mixture: In a medium bowl, combine the melted butter, crushed pretzels, and 3 tablespoons of Stevia (or sugar) until well mixed.
  3. Bake Pretzel Crust: Press the pretzel mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form an even layer. Bake for 7-8 minutes until set and fragrant. Remove from oven and allow the crust to cool completely.
  4. Prepare Cream Cheese Mixture: Using a hand or stand mixer with paddle attachment, beat the low fat cream cheese with ¾ cup Stevia until smooth and creamy.
  5. Add Whipped Topping: Gently fold in the sugar free whipped topping until the mixture is well combined and smooth.
  6. Assemble Cream Cheese Layer: Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cooled pretzel crust, smoothing the top with a spoon or spatula. Refrigerate for 30-60 minutes to firm up.
  7. Prepare Gelatin Mixture: Bring 2 cups of water to a boil in a small saucepan. Remove from heat and stir in the sugar free strawberry gelatin mix until fully dissolved. Let the mixture cool for 10 minutes.
  8. Add Fruit to Gelatin: Stir in the frozen strawberries and drained crushed pineapple into the cooled gelatin mixture.
  9. Top the Salad: Pour the gelatin and fruit mixture gently over the cream cheese layer, spreading evenly. Return to the refrigerator and chill for 6-8 hours, or until the gelatin is completely set.
  10. Serve: Slice the salad into squares and serve chilled, topped with optional sugar-free whipped topping and sliced fresh strawberries if desired.

Notes

  • Make sure to fully cool the pretzel crust before spreading the cream cheese layer to prevent melting or sogginess.
  • Use sugar free gelatin and sweeteners to keep this dessert diabetes-friendly and lower in calories.
  • Allowing the gelatin topping to chill overnight ensures the best texture and firmness.
  • You can substitute fresh strawberries for frozen if preferred, adjusting chilling time as needed.

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