Best 6 Cran Raspberry Gelatin Dessert Recipes

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Indulge your taste buds in a delightful journey with our delectable Cran-Raspberry Gelatin Dessert, an explosion of flavors that will tantalize your senses. This vibrant dish is a perfect blend of sweet and tangy, with a refreshing burst of cranberries and raspberries enveloped in a smooth, velvety gelatin. As you delve into this culinary masterpiece, you'll encounter a symphony of textures, from the soft, yielding gelatin to the crisp, juicy berries. This versatile dessert can be prepared in a variety of ways, each offering a unique twist on the classic. Whether you prefer a layered creation, a molded masterpiece, or a refreshing no-bake delight, our curated collection of recipes has something for every palate. Embark on a culinary adventure with our Cran-Raspberry Gelatin Dessert and discover a world of flavor and texture that will leave you craving for more.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CRAN-RASPBERRY JELLIES



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These are my absolute favorite candy in the tin that my husband's aunt delivers each Christmas.

Provided by Kitty Johnson

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Cranberry Dessert Recipes

Time 8h40m

Yield 50

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 teaspoon vegetable oil, or as needed
1 cup white sugar
1 (16 ounce) can jellied cranberry sauce
3 (3 ounce) packages raspberry-flavored Jell-O® mix
½ cup chopped walnuts
1 cup white sugar for rolling

Steps:

  • Line an 8x8-inch pan with waxed paper; coat the paper with vegetable oil.
  • Combine 1 cup sugar, jellied cranberry sauce, and raspberry Jell-O® mix in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring until sugar and gelatin have dissolved. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer 20 minutes, stirring often. Mix walnuts into candy.
  • Pour candy into prepared pan and let set at room temperature overnight. Cut candy into squares and roll squares in sugar. Place sugared candies onto waxed paper to set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 71.3 calories, Carbohydrate 16 g, Fat 0.9 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 20.9 mg, Sugar 15.8 g

LAYERED CRANBERRY DESSERT



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On occasion, I like to "fancy up" one of my favorite gelatin desserts with a buttery graham cracker crust and a layer of cream cheese filling. Mandarin oranges add color and pair well with the cranberry gelatin. -Margery Bryan, Moses Lake, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 packages (3 ounces each) cranberry gelatin
1-1/2 cups boiling water
1 can (14 ounces) whole-berry cranberry sauce
1-1/2 cups cold water
1-1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/2 cup sugar, divided
1/2 cup butter, melted
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 carton (16 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed, divided
1 can (15 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, dissolve gelatin in boiling water. Stir in cranberry sauce and cold water until blended. Refrigerate for 45 minutes or until partially set., Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar and butter. Press into an ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. dish. Refrigerate until set., In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and remaining sugar until smooth. Fold in half of the whipped topping. Spread filling over crust. , Fold oranges into gelatin mixture; spoon over cream cheese layer. Refrigerate for 4 hours or until firm. Cut into squares; dollop with remaining whipped topping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 416 calories, Fat 22g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 41mg cholesterol, Sodium 223mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (35g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

CRANBERRY-RASPBERRY GELATIN SALAD



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The festivities will start off on a "berry" flavorful note when this fruity salad is on the table. Evelyn Joy of Alameda, California created the recipe. "You can serve this as a colorful holiday dessert,too," she suggests. "To add a little crunch, sprinkle low-fat graham cracker over the top."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 packages (.3 ounce each) sugar-free raspberry gelatin
1-3/4 cups reduced-calorie reduced-sugar cranberry-raspberry juice, divided
1 can (14 ounces) whole-berry cranberry sauce
1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained
2-1/2 cups frozen unsweetened raspberries, thawed
1 cup reduced-fat sour cream
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 cup reduced-fat whipped topping

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, dissolve gelatin in 1 cup boiling cranberry juice. Stir in cranberry sauce, breaking up mixture. Stir in remaining cranberry juice until blended. Cover and refrigerate until partially set, about 1-1/4 hours., Fold in pineapple and raspberries. Transfer to an 11x7-in. dish coated with cooking spray. Refrigerate until firm. In a bowl, combine sour cream and brown sugar until blended. Fold in whipped topping. Spread over gelatin mixture. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts :

CRAN-RASPBERRY GELATIN SALAD



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Just like Grandma's, this pretty gelatin salad has full berry flavor without being too tart. It's perfect for any holiday dinner. -Rosemary Burch, Phoenix, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 packages (3 ounces each) raspberry gelatin
1 cup boiling water
1 can (14 ounces) whole-berry cranberry sauce
1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained
1 cup orange juice
Sugared cranberries, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, dissolve gelatin in boiling water. Stir in the cranberry sauce, pineapple and orange juice. Pour into a 6-cup ring mold coated with cooking spray., Cover and refrigerate until set, about 4 hours. Unmold onto a serving platter. If desired, garnish with sugared cranberries.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 155 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 49mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (32g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

RASPBERRY GELATIN RING



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Besides being wonderfully tasty, this refreshing salad is very pretty, too! A light layer of cream cheese and sour cream contrasts with the rich red fruity gelatin. It makes a delightful side dish for a turkey dinner. -Ardis Rollefson Jackson Hole, Wyoming

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 packages (3 ounces each) raspberry gelatin
1-1/2 cups boiling water
2 packages (10 ounces each) frozen sweetened raspberries, thawed and drained
2 cans (8 ounces each) crushed pineapple, undrained
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • In a bowl, dissolve gelatin in water. Stir in the raspberries, pineapple and salt. Pour half into an 8-cup ring mold coated with cooking spray; refrigerate for 30 minutes or until firm. Let remaining gelatin mixture stand at room temperature., In a bowl, beat cream cheese and sour cream until smooth. Carefully spread over gelatin in mold; top with remaining gelatin mixture. Refrigerate for 6 hours or until firm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 173 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 143mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

HEAVENLY RASPBERRY DESSERT



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Light-tasting and delicious! My mother's famous dessert recipe has completed many holiday meals and makes a stunning summery cake. This works beautifully with strawberries as well.

Provided by Jody

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Raspberry Dessert Recipes

Time 2h30m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (9 inch) angel food cake
2 (3 ounce) packages raspberry-flavored gelatin mix (such as Jell-O®)
1 ¼ cups boiling water
1 (15 ounce) package frozen raspberries in syrup, thawed and undrained
1 pint heavy whipping cream

Steps:

  • Butter a 9-inch tube pan. Break angel food cake into chunks; set aside.
  • Stir raspberry gelatin and boiling water together in a bowl until gelatin is dissolved; place gelatin in the refrigerator to cool slightly, about 10 minutes. Stir raspberries with syrup into gelatin.
  • Beat cream in a chilled glass or metal bowl with an electric mixer until soft peaks form; fold whipped cream into raspberry mixture.
  • Pour about 1/4 cup of raspberry mixture into prepared pan. Place 1/3 of cake chunks into pan; pour 1/3 of remaining raspberry mixture over cake. Repeat layering with remaining ingredients, ending with the raspberry mixture. Chill in refrigerator until firm, about 2 hours.
  • To remove from pan, center a serving plate over tube pan; invert.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 356.8 calories, Carbohydrate 46.6 g, Cholesterol 65.2 mg, Fat 18 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Sodium 335.2 mg, Sugar 23.8 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh or frozen cranberries and raspberries for the best flavor.
  • If you don't have gelatin packets, you can use 1 tablespoon of unflavored gelatin powder dissolved in 1/4 cup of cold water.
  • To make the dessert ahead of time, prepare it up to 24 hours in advance and store it in the refrigerator.
  • Serve the dessert with whipped cream, ice cream, or fresh berries.

Conclusion:

This easy and delicious cran-raspberry gelatin dessert is a perfect way to enjoy the flavors of the season. It's a light and refreshing treat that's perfect for any occasion. With its vibrant color and sweet and tart flavor, this dessert is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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