Raspberry Pretzel Salad

2 - 3 oz. pkgs. raspberry Jell-O
2 c. boiling water
2 1/2 c. fresh or frozen whole raspberries (do not use the ones in syrup)
1 c. crushed pretzels
 4 tbsp. melted butter
1 c. plus 2 tbsp. sugar, divided
8 oz. cream cheese, softened
 1 c. sugar
1 c. whipped cream

In a small bowl mix Jell-O in boiling water and stir until dissolved.  Place in refrigerator and cool until it begins to set.  Add the berries.  Pour into a serving bowl and place in the refrigerator to set.  Preheat oven to 350 degrees.  In a separate bowl mix pretzels wit butter and 2 tbsp. sugar.  Spread in a 9X13 pan and bake 10 minutes.  Remove from the oven.  Stir and cool.  After the Jell-O has set, beat the cream cheese, 1 c. sugar and whipped cream until well blended.  Spread over the Jell-O and top with the pretzel mixture.  Let set in the refrigerator until ready to serve.  Can be used as a salad or dessert.

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