Best 17 Cranberry Jello Salad Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful Cranberry Jello Salad, a classic side dish with a vibrant red hue and a refreshing burst of tart and sweet flavors. This beloved dish is a staple at potlucks, holiday gatherings, and family meals, captivating taste buds with its unique texture and medley of flavors. The combination of tangy cranberries, sweet pineapple, crunchy celery, and the jiggly texture of Jello creates a delightful symphony of flavors and textures that will leave you craving for more. Whether you prefer the traditional recipe or are looking for a fun twist, this article offers a collection of Cranberry Jello Salad recipes that cater to every taste. From the classic version to variations with cream cheese, marshmallows, or even a sparkling twist, you'll find the perfect recipe to impress your family and friends. Get ready to elevate your culinary repertoire with this timeless salad that is not only delicious but also visually stunning.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CRANBERRY JELLO SALAD



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This came from New Hampshire Police Association. I have not tried this, just posting for safe keeping.

Provided by internetnut

Categories     Fruit

Time 15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 ounces strawberry Jell-O gelatin dessert (2 small boxes)
1 cup boiling water
15 ounces jellied cranberry sauce, strained
20 ounces canned crushed pineapple
15 ounces canned mandarin oranges, drained
3 ounces chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Dissolve Jello in boiling water. Drain crushed pineapple, reserving juice in one bowl and fruit in another bowl.
  • Mix together jello, cranberry sauce, and pineapple juice until smooth; refrigerate until half set. Stir in mandarin oranges, pineapple, and pecans.
  • Pour into decorative mold and refrigerate.

GRANDMA'S CRANBERRY JELLO SALAD



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Make and share this Grandma's Cranberry Jello Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by momm2493

Categories     Low Protein

Time 3h10m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 (3 1/2 ounce) boxes strawberry Jell-O gelatin dessert
3 cups boiling water
1 (16 ounce) can whole berry cranberry sauce
1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained
1 cup celery, finely chopped
1/2 cup nuts, finely chopped (walnuts or pecans)

Steps:

  • In mixing bowl, combing jello and boiling water; stir until dissolved. Add cranberry sauce to hot mixture; stir until melted. Allow to cool slightly . Transfer jello mixture to desired dish (mold, rectanglar pyrex, etc.) Add pineapple, celery and nuts over top. Place in refridgerator until set. YUM!

CRANBERRY SALAD IN RASPBERRY JELLO WITH CREAM CHEESE TOPPING



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Perfect for a holiday dinner or anytime when something tart yet sweet will only do. Your family and guests will love the slightly crunchy texture along with the creamy topping. This recipe was given to me by a friend, and I hope that you will enjoy it as much as we do.

Provided by Suzy9725

Categories     Gelatin

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb fresh cranberries
1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple
1/2 cup walnut pieces (or amount as desired)
2 packages raspberry Jell-O gelatin
2 cups boiling water
1 cup cold water
1 3/4 cups sugar
2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese

Steps:

  • Pick over cranberries.
  • Chop cranberries in food processor until fine.
  • Mix cranberries with sugar and let stand until sugar dissolves.
  • Add 2 cups of boiling water into jello, and stir until the jello dissolves.
  • Then add the 1 cup of cold water to the jello mixture.
  • Let stand until cooled.
  • Drain pineapple and reserve the juice.
  • Add the pineapple, cranberries, and walnuts, and stir well.
  • Pour into 9x13 dish.
  • Chill to set.
  • With a mixer, blend enough reserved pineapple juice into the cream cheese, until it becomes the consistency of whipped cream.
  • Spread over the top of the chilled gelatin.
  • Keep cold.

CRANBERRY APPLE JELLO SALAD RECIPE - (3.8/5)



Cranberry Apple Jello Salad Recipe - (3.8/5) image

Provided by tpriddy_1

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (20-ounce) can crushed pineapple undrained
2 packages (small box) raspberry Jello
1 (16-ounce) can whole berry cranberry sauce
1 apple, chopped
2/3 cup walnuts, chopped
Water, as needed

Steps:

  • Drain pineapple, reserving juice. Add enough cold water to juice to measure 3 cups: pour into saucepan. Bring to boil:remove from heat. Add dry jello mixes, stir for 2 minutes. Stir in cranberry sauce. Pour into large bowl. Refrigerate for 1 1/2 hours or until slightly thickened. Stir in pineapple, apples and walnuts. Refrigerate for 4 hours or until firm.

FRESH CRANBERRY JELLO SALAD



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The women in my family are addicted to this mandatory holiday dish. It has cranberry tartness combined with the sweetness of grapes and mandarin oranges, all encompassed in the comfort of jello. It comes from the "It's About Thyme" cookbook by Marge Clark, who by her recipes must be a special lady.

Provided by rochsann

Categories     Gelatin

Time 5h20m

Yield 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (10 ounce) package fresh cranberries or 1 (10 ounce) package frozen cranberries, picked over and washed
4 cups water
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
2 cups sugar
9 ounces strawberry Jell-O gelatin dessert (3 small boxes)
4 cups miniature marshmallows
2 cups red apples, diced
1 cup chopped nuts (optional)
1 (9 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained
3 (11 ounce) cans mandarin oranges, drained
1 -2 cup green seedless grapes or 1 -2 cup red seedless grapes, halved

Steps:

  • Cook cranberries in the 4 cups water to a boil.
  • Add soda and stir and enjoy watching it bubble up.
  • Simmer 10 minutes.
  • Stir in sugar, jello, and marshmallows.
  • Stir until melted.
  • Let mixture cool.
  • Add apples, nuts, pineapple, oranges, and grapes.
  • Pour into one 9" x 13" pan and one 8" x 8" pan.
  • Chill until firm.

RAW CRANBERRY JELLO SALAD



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My mother-in-law gave me this recipe years ago. My family insist on having this cranberry salad every Thanksgiving. I usually make it the day before Thanksgiving.

Provided by Calamity Jane

Categories     Chutneys

Time 3h15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 quart cranberries
2 -4 red apples
2 oranges, juice of
1 cup crushed pineapple
1 (6 ounce) box cherry Jell-O
2 cups sugar
2 cups boiling water

Steps:

  • Grind cranberries and apples, mix together.
  • Add orange juice, pineapple and sugar, let sit until sugar dissolves.
  • Pour water over Jello, stir until dissolved, let cool.
  • Add Jello to cranberry mixture. Place in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 462.6, Fat 0.6, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 51.4, Carbohydrate 108.7, Fiber 4.9, Sugar 82.8, Protein 10.9

CHERRY, CRANBERRY, YOGURT JELLO SALAD



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I really enjoy the many kinds of favors that Jello has. Nuts is a must however, so whatever the flavor, there be NUTS!

Provided by KatheyJo Hickey-Van Otten

Categories     Other Desserts

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 pkg sugar free cherry jello
2 c cold water
2 c hot water
1 pkg cranberries
4 c water to cook cranberries
1/2 c sugar
1/2 c pecan pieces
1 1/2 c plain yogurt

Steps:

  • 1. Put the 4 cups of water into pan and add the cranberries and the sugar. Stir well to dissolve the sugar. Cook on medium heat until the berries are soft, usually 15-20 minutes. Drain the cranberries and set them aside.
  • 2. Bring to boil the 2 cups water and place in a pan or bowl. Add the 2 packages of jello and stir until all the gelatin is dissolved. Add the 2 cups of cold water and mix good. Place the drained cranberries and the nuts. Stir and mix them with the jello.
  • 3. Add the yogurt and mix it throughly with the jello mixture. Place in refrigerator until set, usually a few hours. When serving, top it off with some whipped cream. DELICIOUS!!!

CRANBERRY JELLO SALAD W/ PORT WINE



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Make and share this Cranberry Jello Salad W/ Port Wine recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Cindy Anne

Categories     Gelatin

Time 12m

Yield 1 serving bowl, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (6 ounce) box raspberry Jell-O gelatin
2 cups boiling water
1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained
15 ounces whole berry cranberry sauce
1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
1/3 cup port wine

Steps:

  • Dissolve Jello in boiling water- let cool.
  • Transfer Jello into serving bowl- add all other ingredients.
  • Refrigerate until mixture has set.

CHICKEN SALAD WITH CRANBERRY/LEMON JELLO TOPPING



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This recipe is perfect for women's luncheons or just to serve for a gathering of friends. Everyone loves it! It's a refreshing way to spice up chicken salad. I serve it with croissants and fresh fruit.

Provided by Chef Doozer

Categories     Gelatin

Time 14h

Yield 9 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (7 g) envelope knox gelatin
1/4 cup cold water
1/4 cup boiling water
2 cups cooked chicken, chopped
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons dried onion flakes or 2 tablespoons fresh onions
1 (3 ounce) box lemon Jell-O gelatin
3/4 cup boiling water
1 (15 ounce) can jellied cranberry sauce
1/4 cup orange juice

Steps:

  • Soften 1 envelope of Knox gelatin in 1/4 cold water.
  • Add 1/4 cup boiling water.
  • Stir until dissolved.
  • Add chicken, mayo, celery, and onion.
  • Mix well and pour into an 8 by 8 or 9 by 9 pan.
  • Chill while you prepare the topping.
  • Mix lemon jello, boiling water, cranberry sauce, and orange juice.
  • Spoon over the chicken pan mixture.
  • Refrigerate overnight.
  • A double recipe can be made in a 9 by 13 pan.

CRANBERRY WINE JELLO SALAD T-R-L



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Make and share this Cranberry Wine Jello Salad T-R-L recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Nana Lee

Categories     Gelatin

Time P1DT15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (3 ounce) package raspberry Jell-O gelatin
1 1/4 cups boiling water
1 (1 lb) can whole berry cranberry sauce
1 (1 lb) can crushed pineapple, undrained
1 cup chopped walnuts or 1 cup pecans
3/4 cup port wine
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Dissolve jello in boiling water.
  • Stir cranberry sauce in thoroughly.
  • Add pineapple, nuts and wine.
  • Pour into a 13x9-inch glass dish. or other mold of your choice, and chill for 24 hours.
  • WHEN READY TO SERVE:.
  • Stir cream cheese until soft, add sour cream and beat well. Spread on top of Jello.
  • Servings: 6.

JELLO CRANBERRY SALAD



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Make and share this Jello Cranberry Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Toadi

Categories     Fruit

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 ounces cherry Jell-O
2 cups water
1 cup sugar
6 ounces fresh cranberries
20 ounces crushed pineapple, drained
2 apples, diced

Steps:

  • Bring 1 cup water, cherry jello, sugar and cranberries to a boil. Simmer 10 minutes or until cranberries pop and soften.
  • Add 1 cup cold water.
  • Mix in apples and pineapple.
  • Put in frig and chill overnight.

THANKSGIVING CRANBERRY JELLO SALAD



THANKSGIVING CRANBERRY JELLO SALAD image

I LOVE Cranberries and I LOVE congealed salads. This is an old and much loved recipe,. Enjoy !!

Provided by Jewel Hall

Categories     Gelatin Salads

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pkg fresh cranberries
2 1/2 c water
2 c sugar
3 oz boxes of cherry jello x 2 (2 boxes)
1 pkg minature marshmallows (normal size)
1 c diced apples
1 c diced cellery
1 c chopped walnuts or pecans
sour cream

Steps:

  • 1. Cook the package of cranberries on medium high in the water until they pop. Add the 2cups of sugar, gently stir to incorporate. add the 2 (3 oz) boxes of cherry jello and the package of marshmallows. Cook (5) five more minutes, stirring constantly.
  • 2. Remove from heat and add 1 cup of diced apples, 1 cup of diced celery, and 1 cup of chopped walnuts or pecans. Pour into a 13x9x2 glass casserole dish.
  • 3. Refrigerate one day before using. Each serving can have a spoon of sour cream if desired.

CRANBERRY SOUR CREAM SWIRL JELLO SALAD



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Categories     Fruit     Side

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 packages cherry or red raspberry gelatin
1-1/2 cups boiling water
15 ounces crushed pineapple (do not drain)
16 oz can whole cranberry sauce -- chunked up
1 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Dissolve gelatin in boiling water. Stir in undrained crushed pineapple and cranberries. Chill until partially set. Spoon into 8-inch square dish. Spoon sour cream on top and stir to swirl. Chill until firm. Cut into squares to serve.

CRANBERRY JELLO SALAD



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Make and share this Cranberry Jello Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by AM Herrera

Categories     Gelatin

Time 30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 cups fresh cranberries (about 1 and 1/3 pkg)
2 cups sugar
2 cups water
2 (3 ounce) boxes of any red Jell-O (I use raspberry)
1 cup chopped nuts (I use pecans)
1 (16 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained (I use the pineapple chunks and jut cut them in quarters)

Steps:

  • Combine first 3 ingredients and bring to boil. Stirring constantly until all the berries "pop".
  • And to the cranberry mixture the remaining ingredients and stir well.
  • Pour into a mold or dish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 432.1, Fat 8.9, SaturatedFat 1.2, Sodium 216.3, Carbohydrate 88.3, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 79.2, Protein 5

SOUDER FAMILY CRANBERRY JELLO SALAD



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Its not Thanksgiving for me unless I have cranberry jello salad. This recipe comes from my mother's side of the family and has been a tradition at Souder Thanksgiving meals for as long as I have been alive. Super easy and delicious! Cooling and chilling take several hours, so prepare at least a day before you plan on serving. I always double the recipe; if you do this, split between at least two containers before chilling or it will take forever to set. (Its still good if it doesn't set!)

Provided by HoosierDaddy

Categories     Berries

Time 40m

Yield 2 quarts, 8-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb fresh cranberries
1 3/4 cups sugar
3 1/2 cups water
2 (3 ounce) packages of raspberry gelatin powder
1 cup finely chopped celery
1 cup finely chopped walnuts
20 ounces crushed pineapple (with juice)

Steps:

  • Cook cranberries and sugar in 1 1/2 cups of water until cranberries have popped (split open).
  • Pour raspberry gelatin mix into cooked cranberries and stir until dissolved.
  • Add 2 cups cold water and let cool for 2 hours.
  • If desired, transfer to a serving bowl or storage container.
  • Mix in celery, walnuts and undrained crushed pineapple.
  • Chill in refrigerator until firm, approximately 3 - 4 hours, overnight is ideal.

CRANBERRY JELLO SALAD



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This Cranberry Jello Salad combines simmered cranberries, crisp apples, pears and buttery sweet pecans in a festive cherry jello mold. This gorgeous mold is perfect for your Thanksgiving holiday meals.

Provided by Beth Pierce

Categories     Fruit Sides

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 bag(s) (12 ounce) fresh cranberries (reserve a few for garnish)
3 box (3 ounce) cherry jello
3 c water
2 c ice
2 small crisp apples peeled cored and finely chopped (honey crisp are excellent in this)
2 small pears peeled finely cored and chopped (just barely ripe so they are still crisp)

Steps:

  • 1. In large saucepan combine water and cranberries. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes; stirring occasionally. The cranberries will burst.
  • 2. Remove from the heat and add jello; stir until dissolved. Stir in ice cubes. Chill for 30-45 minutes to slightly thicken but not set. Stir several times so it cools but does not begin to set on the sides.
  • 3. Stir in pecans, apples and pears. Pour in mold or bundt pan. Refrigerate for 6 hours or overnight.
  • 4. Dip mold in hot water for 10-20 seconds. Carefully invert onto final serving platter. If mold does not release dip in hot water for another 10 seconds.
  • 5. Garnish with cranberries and fresh bay leaves. Do NOT use holly leaves.

CRANBERRY JELLO SALAD



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This has always been a Christmas and Thanks Giving favorite in our family. It started with my grandmother and now it's been passed down to my own daughter. I certainly hope you enjoy this recipe as much as we do.

Provided by Angel Porter

Categories     Other Desserts

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 can(s) cranberry sauce
1 can(s) whole caberries
1 can(s) canned mandarin oranges (drained)
1 can(s) cherry pie filling
1 can(s) fruit cocktail, canned (drained)
2 box any red jello mix
1/2 c pecans, in pieces
1 c marshmallows, mini

Steps:

  • 1. Dissolve Jello in 1 cup of hot water. Then add 2 cups of cold water to jello and refrigerate for about an hour or until thick.
  • 2. Then add the remaining ingredients except marshmallows. Pour jello mixture into a decorative bowl and top with mini marshmallows. Do not mix them in.
  • 3. Cover the bowl with foil or plastic wrap and refrigerate for 4 to 5 hours. It's normal for the jello not to set completely, but it should not be watery.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh cranberries: Fresh cranberries have a tart and tangy flavor that is perfect for this salad. Look for cranberries that are plump and red, with no signs of bruising or spoilage.
  • Use a good quality gelatin: The gelatin is what gives this salad its firm texture. Be sure to use a good quality gelatin that is specifically designed for salads. Knox gelatin is a popular choice.
  • Chill the salad thoroughly: This salad needs to be chilled for at least 4 hours, or overnight, before serving. This will allow the gelatin to set properly and the flavors to meld together.
  • Garnish with fresh mint: Fresh mint adds a refreshing flavor and a pop of color to this salad. Chop the mint finely before adding it to the salad.

Conclusion:

Cranberry Jello Salad is a classic holiday side dish that is always a hit with guests. It is easy to make, refreshing, and delicious. With its vibrant color and festive flavor, this salad is sure to be a hit at your next holiday gathering.

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