Description
Indulge in the delightful layers of Strawberry Pretzel Salad Parfaits, a refreshing twist on the classic dessert that merges creamy and crunchy textures in every bite. These parfaits feature luscious whipped cream, fresh strawberries, and crunchy pretzels, making them an ideal treat for picnics, parties, or any casual gathering. They are easy to prepare and can be customized with your favorite fruits or flavorings, ensuring they cater to any palate. Serve them in individual cups for an elegant presentation that will impress guests without overwhelming you in the kitchen. This no-bake dessert is a light and refreshing option perfect for warm weather.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12-14 fresh strawberries, washed with tops cut off, and diced
- 2 tsp granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 cups mini pretzels
- 2 tbsp butter, melted
- scant 1/8 tsp cinnamon
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tbsp light brown sugar
- 1/8 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/8 tsp imitation strawberry extract
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix diced strawberries with granulated sugar and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Pulse mini pretzels in a food processor until chunky. Mix with melted butter and cinnamon.
- Whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form; gently fold in brown sugar and extracts.
- In serving cups, layer the whipped cream mixture, strawberries, and pretzel mixture repeatedly until filled.
- Top with extra whipped cream and garnish with a strawberry slice and pretzel.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 parfait (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg