Orange Gelatin Pretzel Salad

Ingredients

• 2 cups crushed pretzels
• 3 tsp. + 3/4 cup sugar, divided
• 3/4 cup butter, melted
• 2 packages. orange gelatin
• 2 cup boiling water
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• 2 cans crushed pineapple, drained (8oz. each)
• 1 can mandarin oranges, drained
• 1 package cream cheese, softened
• 2 cups whipped topping
• Additional whipped topping, opt.

Directions

In a small bowl, combine pretzels and 3 tsp. sugar; stir in butter. Press into an ungreased 9x13 inch baking dish. Bake at 350 degrees F 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 mixing 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.

By Robin from Washington, IA

Source: Taste of Home