Cranberry Jello Salad
Cranberry Jello Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dessert that beautifully blends sweet and tart flavors, making it a perfect addition to any gathering. Whether it’s Thanksgiving, Christmas, or a casual summer barbecue, this colorful salad is sure to delight guests of all ages with its creamy texture and fruity goodness. Featuring the delightful combination of cherry Jell-O, crushed pineapple, and a luscious cream cheese topping, this easy-to-make dish will steal the spotlight on any table. Plus, you can prepare it ahead of time for stress-free entertaining!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 (3-ounce) packages cherry Jell-O (or raspberry or cranberry)
- 1 ½ cups boiling water
- 20 ounces crushed pineapple (juice included)
- 1 (15-ounce) can whole cranberry sauce
- 1 cup chopped pecans (divided)
- ¾ cup cranberry or apple juice
- 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup sour cream
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine boiling water with cherry Jell-O and stir until dissolved. Add crushed pineapple and whole cranberry sauce; mix well.
- Pour into a serving dish and refrigerate for at least 4 hours until set.
- For the topping, beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth. Fold in sour cream and juice until blended.
- Once the Jell-O has set, spread the creamy topping over it and sprinkle with remaining pecans.
- Serve chilled and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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