Irresistible Raspberry Pretzel Salad (Ready-to-Print Version)

Delight in fresh raspberries and a crunchy pretzel base, balanced with creamy layers and sweet gelatin.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Crust

01 - 2 cups crushed pretzels
02 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
03 - 3/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

→ Cream Cheese Layer

04 - 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
05 - 1 cup powdered sugar
06 - 1 cup whipped topping

→ Raspberry Gelatin Layer

07 - 1 cup granulated sugar
08 - 1 cup water
09 - 1 package (3 ounces) raspberry gelatin
10 - 2 cups fresh raspberries

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Combine crushed pretzels, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, and melted butter in a bowl. Press mixture into bottom of a 9×13 inch baking dish.
02 - Bake crust for 10 minutes until golden brown. Remove from oven and allow to cool completely.
03 - Beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth. Gently fold in whipped topping until evenly combined.
04 - Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cooled pretzel crust.
05 - Bring water to a boil in a saucepan. Remove from heat, stir in raspberry gelatin and 1 cup granulated sugar until fully dissolved. Fold in fresh raspberries carefully.
06 - Pour raspberry gelatin mixture over cream cheese layer and spread evenly. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.

# Handy Tips:

01 - For best texture, refrigerate overnight to allow layers to fully set.