Irresistible Party Sweet Treat

Name: Strawberry Toffee Crunch
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2-3 cups strawberries, chopped up.; 3/4 cup melted butter.; 3/4 cup packed brown sugar.; 1 cup pretzels, broken up.; 1/2 cup pecans, chopped small.; 8 oz whipped topping.; 1 tsp vanilla extract.; 1/2 cup sugar.; 8 oz cream cheese, let it get soft.

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Layer a sweet cream cheese mix, juicy strawberries, and some homemade pretzel-pecan toffee for a tempting dessert people can’t stop eating.

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Shared By Emily

Last revised on Sat, 02 Aug 2025 11:35:37 GMT

Bright bowl showing strawberries, whipped cream, crunchy pretzel bits, and toasted pecans close up. | emilyscooks.com

I whipped up what turned out to be a total crowd-pleaser—strawberry toffee salad—just messing around in my kitchen one afternoon. It’s got super sweet strawberries, a creamy base, and homemade toffee chunks that are out of this world. Seriously, you should see everyone’s reaction when they hit that surprise crunchy bite with fresh berries.

Irresistible Sweetness

I have so much fun making this because it couldn’t be easier and it’s always a hit. That cream cheese layer is so smooth and matches perfectly with the bright punch of strawberries. Add a salty nutty crunch on top and you’ve got something on a whole different level.

Kitchen Memories

Juicy strawberries chopped fine
Softened cream cheese that’s full fat
Sweet cream butter, melted down
Pure vanilla for that classic flavor
Big handful of pecans, loosely chopped
Fluffy whipped topping, straight from the tub
White sugar to sweeten things up
Deep brown sugar for extra flavor
Crushed salty pretzels

Get Ready to Wow

Dig In and Serve: Spoon into a nice bowl and enjoy right away while that crunchy topping’s still at its best
Mix It All Up: Drop in those chopped berries, tip in cooled toffee, and gently mix everything together
Dreamy Filling: Beat together cream cheese, sugar, vanilla ’til super light, then softly stir in whipped topping
Make the Crunch: Set oven to 400°F, toss pretzels, pecans, butter, brown sugar right on a pan, bake ’til browned and crisp

Helpful Hints

Really sweet strawberries make this so much better. You can make the crunchy toffee part ahead to save hassle. Don’t mix in those crispy bits until you’re ready to serve or they’ll get soggy.

A bowl piled with whipped cream, juicy strawberries, nut chunks, and pretzels scattered on top. | emilyscooks.com

Totally Fresh

Stash any leftovers in a sealed container in your fridge and eat them in a day or two—the crispy bits turn soft fast. Toss in a handful of blueberries or pour over a little caramel if you want to switch it up.

Common Questions

→ Can I use frozen strawberries?: Stick to fresh ones. Frozen berries release way too much juice and make things runny.
→ Why use pretzels?: Pretzels bring a popping salty crunch and keep their bite, so your dessert never turns soggy.
→ How long does it keep?: Go for it fresh! That toffee’s crunch won’t last overnight.
→ Can I use different nuts?: Definitely! Swap in almonds or walnuts if you like something besides pecans.
→ Can I make this ahead?: Sure, you can prep the toffee part early. Just wait until the last minute to throw everything together so it stays crunchy.