Orange Gelatin Pretzel Salad

By dashy_65

Ingredients

• 2 cups crushed pretzels
• 3 teaspoons plus 3/4 cup sugar, divided
• 3/4 cup butter, melted
• 2 packages (3 ounces each) orange gelatin
• 2 cups boiling water
• 2 cans (8 ounces each) crushed pineapple, drained
• 1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
• 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
• 2 cups whipped topping
• Additional whipped topping, optional

Details

Servings 15
Adapted from tasteofhome.com

Preparation

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine pretzels and 3 teaspoons sugar; stir in butter. Press into an ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Bake at 350° for 10 minutes. Cool on a wire rack.
In a large bowl, dissolve gelatin in boiling water. Add pineapple and oranges. Chill until partially set, about 30 minutes.
In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and remaining sugar until smooth. Fold in whipped topping. Spread over crust. Gently spoon gelatin mixture over cream cheese layer. Cover and refrigerate for 2-4 hours or until firm.
Cut into squares. Garnish with additional whipped topping if desired. Yield: 15 servings.