1. Remove Cool Whip from freezer.
2. Preheat oven to 180 °C (350 °C).
3. Bring water to a boil. Pour Jell-O packets into a bowl. Add boiling water. Mix. Let cool.
4. Melt butter in a large non-stick skillet. Add sugar. Mix. Add crushed pretzels. Mix well. Remove from heat.
5. Pour mixture into a deep 35 cm x 22 cm (13” x 9”) pan. Mix gently.
6. Bake for 10 minutes. Remove from oven. Let cool completely. Set aside.
7. In a large bowl, blend cream cheese and sugar for 1–2 minutes or until smooth and creamy.
8. Add one third of the Cool Whip. Blend until smooth. Gradually add remaining Cool Whip, mixing continuously to maintain an ultra-creamy consistency.
9. Pour cream cheese mixture onto cooled pretzel base. Spread evenly. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
10. Remove from refrigerator. Arrange a layer of sliced strawberries on top of cream cheese. Gently pour half the Jell-O mixture evenly over strawberries. Arrange a second layer of strawberries and pour remaining Jell-O mixture evenly over strawberries.
11. Refrigerate for 2–4 hours.
12. Serve and enjoy!

Chef’s secret

• Frozen Cool Whip has a marshmallow-like texture, so it’s a good idea to thaw it in advance. Once thawed, it has a smooth, creamy texture that makes it easier to mix into your desserts.
• For an extra-gourmet touch, lightly toast the pretzels before you crush them to intensify their flavour and add a lovely crunch to your dessert.

Presentation of the recipe as an introduction

This retro dessert pairs crunchy pretzels with soft strawberries. Creamy Cool Whip and strawberry Jell-O take a unique taste experience to the next level. This refreshing, delicious dessert is perfect for special occasions or simply to satisfy your sweet tooth. Treat yourself to this old-school dessert, which will delight young and old alike.