Strawberry Pretzel Salad

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. In a bowl, mix crushed pretzels, melted butter, and sugar until combined.
3. Press mixture into the bottom of a greased 9x13 baking dish.
4. Bake for 10 minutes, then let cool completely.
5. In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
6. In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
7. Fold whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until smooth and fluffy.

 If using Cool Whip, fold it directly into the cream cheese mixture instead.

8. Spread cream layer evenly over cooled crust, making sure to spread all the way to the edges.
9. In another bowl, whisk strawberry Jell-O with boiling water until dissolved.
10. Stir in frozen strawberries and fresh strawberries. Let mixture cool slightly. About 3-5 min
11. Carefully pour strawberry mixture over cream layer.
12. Refrigerate at least 4 hours or until fully set.