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Strawberry Crackle Salad Done Right in Your Pressure Cooker

Enjoy a quick and delightful dessert with a rich buttery pretzel and pecan crust, juicy strawberries, and creamy layers made effortlessly using a pressure cooker.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Soup
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 12 servings
Calories 320 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Pressure cooker For quicker cooking time

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients

  • 2 cups Crushed pretzels Crunchy base
  • 1 cup Chopped pecans Nutty peppery crunch
  • 1 cup Brown sugar Sweetness with molasses
  • 1 cup Butter Melted, to hold the crust
  • 4 cups Sliced strawberries Juicy and fresh
  • 2 8 oz packages Cream cheese Softened
  • ¾ cup Granulated sugar Sweetness for cream layer
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract Warm vanilla background
  • 16 oz Cool whip Light and airy top layer

Instructions
 

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F. Bake crust first to hold all flavors.
  • Mix pretzels, pecans, brown sugar, and butter. This will be your crust.
  • Press crust mixture into 9x13 inch baking dish, make it even and tight.
  • Bake crust for 10 minutes, then let it cool slightly.
  • Beat cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  • Spread cream cheese mix over cooled crust, then layer strawberries evenly on top.
  • Spread cool whip over strawberry layer. Cover, chill in fridge for at least 2 hours.

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are ready before use for a smooth process. Cover tightly when chilling to maintain texture and freshness.