Preparation Steps

• Place Jello powder in a medium bowl. Carefully pour boiling water over the powder, stir until dissolved. Let sit at room temperature until completely cooled.
• While the Jello is cooling, make the crust. Stir together crushed pretzels with sugar and melted butter. Press into the bottom of a 9x13-inch pan. Chill for at least 30 minutes.
• Beat cream cheese and sugar in a large bowl with an electric mixer until smooth. Mix in Cool Whip.
• Spread cream cheese mixture on top of the crust. Ensure it touches all edges. Chill for 1 hour.
• Arrange strawberries in a single layer over the cream cheese layer. Carefully pour cooled Jell-o evenly over strawberries and cheesecake. Chill until set, about 3 hours.
• The dessert can be prepared up to 24 hours ahead. Serve within 3 days.