Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our tantalizing Cranberry Cream Cheese Congealed Salad, a symphony of flavors that will elevate any occasion. This classic dish is a harmonious blend of sweet and tangy cranberries, velvety cream cheese, crunchy walnuts, and refreshing pineapple, all enveloped in a luscious gelatin base. As you savor each bite, the burst of cranberry tartness dances on your palate, perfectly complemented by the creamy richness of the cream cheese. The walnuts add a delightful textural contrast, while the pineapple lends a tropical twist. Our recipe collection offers variations to suit every taste, including a no-bake option for effortless preparation and a keto-friendly version for those following a low-carb lifestyle. Discover the perfect Cranberry Cream Cheese Congealed Salad recipe to impress your guests and create lasting memories at your next gathering.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
CRANBERRY CONGEALED SALAD
Before you begin, gather ingredients and equipment. Measure out ingredients.
Provided by Alton Brown
Categories side-dish
Time 7h5m
Yield 24 ounces; enough for 8 side servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Toast the pecans in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat. Once they darken a bit and smell nutty, remove to a cutting board and chop roughly once cool.
- Combine in the same saucepan: the light agave syrup, honey, cranberry juice, orange juice, candied ginger and five-spice powder. Bring this mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to maintain a simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add the cranberries to the saucepan, boost the heat to medium and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to maintain a simmer. Cook for 15 minutes, stirring often, until the cranberries begin to burst open, and the mixture thickens. (I usually use the back of a wooden spoon to pop the berries against the side of the pan.)
- After 15 minutes (no more or the pectin will start to break down) remove from the heat and stir in the pecans. Set aside to cool for 5 minutes.
- Spoon the mixture into a 3 1/2-cup silicone mold of your choice, cover with plastic wrap and cool on the counter for 30 minutes. Place on a sheet pan before refrigerating for at least 6 hours. (Overnight would be better.)
- Turn out of mold and serve as a side or top with whipped cream and serve as dessert.
CRANBERRY CONGEALED SALAD
My aunt gave me this recipe, and it's a favorite with my family at Thanksgiving and Christmas. The red berry gelatin can be any flavor; it just needs to be red. Cook time is chilling time.
Provided by CaramelPie
Categories Low Cholesterol
Time 4h10m
Yield 4 cups, 8-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Dissolve both pkgs. gelatin in the 1 cup boiling water.
- Place cranberry sauce in a bowl & stir to break up.
- Add cranberry sauce, pineapple and pecans (if using) to gelatin mixture.
- Chill until firm, stirring several times during first couple of hours to evenly distribute pineapple and pecans.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 178.9, Fat 0.1, Sodium 87.5, Carbohydrate 36.3, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 34.9, Protein 10.1
CREAMY CRANBERRY SALAD
Not your average cranberry salad. Many fruit flavors are included, which give a zing to it.
Provided by KARATWORK
Categories Salad Fruit Salad Recipes Cranberry Salad Recipes
Time 12h30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Process cranberries in blender or food processor; pour sugar over cranberries and stir to dissolve.
- Bring 3/4 cup of water to a boil; stir in gelatin and let cool. Stir cooled gelatin into cranberries, and add pineapple, orange juice, apple and pecans. Mix well, cover and refrigerate overnight.
- Whip cream and beat in cream cheese.
- In a glass serving dish, layer half of the cranberry mixture, then the whipped cream mixture, then the remaining cranberry mixture.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 526.8 calories, Carbohydrate 61.8 g, Cholesterol 71.6 mg, Fat 30.7 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 6.1 g, SaturatedFat 13.9 g, Sodium 149.1 mg, Sugar 35.1 g
CREAMY CRANBERRY SALAD
One of my piano students taught me the perfect lesson in holiday recipes: this fresh cranberry salad. The keys are tangy fruit, fluffy marshmallows and crunchy nuts. -Alexandra Lypecky, Dearborn, Michigan
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 15m
Yield 16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large bowl, mix first 6 ingredients. Refrigerate, covered, overnight., To serve, beat cream until stiff peaks form. Fold whipped cream and walnuts into cranberry mixture.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 200 calories, Fat 12g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 34mg cholesterol, Sodium 32mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
HOLIDAY CRANBERRY GELATIN SALAD
This light, delicious holiday salad is very popular in my family and has been requested every year since I first brought it to Christmas Eve dinner. The refreshing, not-too-sweet flavor is a perfect pairing with just about any meat. -Jennifer Mastnick, Hartville, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a small bowl, dissolve gelatin in 1 cup boiling water. In another bowl, combine cranberry sauce and remaining water; add gelatin mixture and lemon juice. Pour into a 13x9-in. dish coated with cooking spray; refrigerate until firm, about 1 hour., In a large bowl, beat cream until stiff peaks form. In another bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Stir in 1/2 cup whipped cream; fold in remaining whipped cream. Spread over gelatin mixture; sprinkle with pecans. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 241 calories, Fat 14g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 34mg cholesterol, Sodium 100mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
THANKSGIVING CRANBERRY CREAM CHEESE SALAD
Perfectly sweet, perfectly tangy, this cranberry cream cheese salad is perfect for Thanksgiving. The filling has sweet grated apples and tart cranberries that are all held together with cherry Jell-O - it's a delicious combination. But, the Jell-o layer does not have a typical Jell-O texture. The cream cheese topping is sweet...
Provided by Jewel Hall
Categories Gelatin Salads
Time 55m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- 1. Part 1. Dissolve Jell-Oin boiling water. Stir to mix and set aside to cool.
- 2. Add apples, pecans, and cranberry sauce.
- 3. Turn into a 13x9 glass dish and chill until firm.
- 4. Part 2. Blend softened cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth.
- 5. Add vanilla to the Cool Whip and mix with a wooden spoon. Add to the cream cheese mixture along with the pineapple.
- 6. Fold the mixture together.
- 7. Spread evenly over firm set Jell-O mixture. Sprinkle toasted pecans on top.
- 8. Keep chilled until serving time.
Tips:
- Use fresh cranberries. Fresh cranberries have a brighter flavor and a more vibrant color than frozen cranberries.
- If you don't have fresh cranberries, you can use frozen cranberries. Just thaw them before using.
- Be sure to drain the pineapple tidbits before adding them to the salad. This will help to prevent the salad from becoming too watery.
- You can use any type of nuts in this salad. Walnuts, pecans, and almonds are all good choices.
- If you don't have any whipped topping, you can make your own. Simply whip 1 cup of heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
- This salad is best served chilled. You can make it ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
Cranberry cream cheese congealed salad is a delicious and festive holiday dish. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. Whether you serve it as a side dish or a dessert, this salad is sure to be a hit.
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