Orange Gelatin Pretzel Salad

This is like the strawberry pretzel salad, but uses orange instead for a refreshing change. we really like it!!!

In a small bowl , combine pretzels and 3 teaspoons of sugar.

Stir in butter.

Press into an ungreased 13x9 inch baking dish.

Bake at 350f 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.

pretzels, sugar, butter, orange gelatin, boiling water, crushed pineapple, mandarin oranges, cream cheese, whipped topping