Best 7 Creamy Cranberry Pineapple Gelatin Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our creamy cranberry pineapple gelatin, a vibrant and refreshing dessert that combines the tangy sweetness of cranberries, the tropical burst of pineapple, and the smooth, velvety texture of gelatin. This delightful treat is not only visually appealing but also packed with flavor and nutrients. Our recipe collection features variations of this classic dish, each with its unique twist to tantalize your taste buds. Explore the classic creamy cranberry pineapple gelatin, a layered delight with vibrant colors and a burst of fruity flavors. Discover the pineapple upside-down gelatin salad, a fun and playful take on the traditional pineapple upside-down cake, featuring a refreshing gelatin layer topped with pineapple rings and maraschino cherries. For a tropical twist, try the pineapple coconut gelatin salad, a combination of sweet pineapple, creamy coconut, and refreshing gelatin, creating a taste of paradise. And for those who love a bit of tang, the cranberry pineapple fluff salad offers a perfect balance of sweet and tart, with fluffy whipped topping and a sprinkle of chopped nuts for added texture. With step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, our recipes ensure that you can easily create these delicious gelatin dishes to impress your family and friends.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

CRANBERRY PINEAPPLE SALAD



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Impress dinner guests with this delightfully different take on traditional cranberry sauce. The nuts add a tasty crunch. -Dorothy Angley, Carver, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1-3/4 cups boiling water
2 packages (3 ounces each) raspberry gelatin
1 can (14 ounces) jellied cranberry sauce
1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained
3/4 cup orange juice
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
Lettuce leaves, optional
Miracle Whip, optional

Steps:

  • Add boiling water to gelatin; stir until dissolved, about 2 minutes. Stir in cranberry sauce. Add pineapple, orange juice and lemon juice. Refrigerate until thickened, about 30 minutes. Stir in nuts. Pour into an 11x7-in. dish. Refrigerate until set. Cut into 12 squares; if desired, serve each with a lettuce leaf and a dollop of Miracle Whip.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 149 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 49mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

CRANBERRY-PINEAPPLE GELATIN MOLD



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This cranberry mold has become a tradition in our home during the holidays. You can use a blender to combine the cranberries and oranges if you don't have a food processor. -Bethany Ring, Conneaut, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple
2 envelopes unflavored gelatin
1 package (12 ounces) fresh or frozen cranberries
3 medium navel oranges, peeled and cut into segments
1/2 cup honey
Whipped cream, optional

Steps:

  • Drain pineapple, reserving juice; set pineapple aside. Place reserved juice in a small saucepan. Sprinkle with gelatin; let stand for 1 minute or until softened. Heat over low heat, stirring until gelatin is completely dissolved. Remove from the heat., In a food processor, combine cranberries and oranges; cover and pulse until chunky. Add honey and pineapple; cover and pulse just until blended. Stir in juice mixture. Transfer to a 6-cup mold coated with cooking spray. Refrigerate until firm., Unmold onto a serving platter. Serve with whipped cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 126 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 5mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

CRANBERRY GELATIN SALAD I



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I made this for Thanksgiving and it was the most popular dish we had!

Provided by LDSPEAKE

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Dessert Salad Recipes     Jell-O® Salad

Time 8h15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 (0.3 ounce) packages sugar-free cherry flavored Jell-O® mix
2 cups boiling water
1 (16 ounce) can jellied cranberry sauce
1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained
½ cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Combine the gelatin and boiling water; stir until gelatin is dissolved. Mix in cranberry sauce and pineapple.
  • Transfer to glass serving dishes. Sprinkle with chopped nuts. Chill until set and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 122.9 calories, Carbohydrate 22.5 g, Fat 3.4 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 62.2 mg, Sugar 21.1 g

JELL-O CRANBERRY-PINEAPPLE RELISH



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Bring on the tart-sweet deliciousness of cranberries and crushed pineapple with our crowd-pleasing JELL-O Cranberry Pineapple Relish. Make this cranberry pineapple relish to accompany holiday dinners or party appetizers.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 6h20m

Yield 14 servings, 1/4 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 can (8 oz.) crushed pineapple in juice, undrained
1 pkg. (12 oz.) cranberries
1 pkg. (3 oz.) JELL-O Orange Flavor Gelatin
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Drain pineapple, reserving juice. Add enough water to reserved juice to measure 1 cup; pour into medium saucepan. Add cranberries, dry gelatin mix, sugar and pineapple; mix well. Bring to boil, stirring frequently.
  • Reduce heat to medium; cook 3 to 5 min. or until cranberries are softened, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat; stir in nuts. Cool 30 min.
  • Spoon cranberry relish into small bowl. Refrigerate 6 hours or until firm. Stir before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 100, Fat 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 25 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 1 g

CRANBERRY JELLO SALAD



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Cranberry Jello salad is the perfect dish to serve with turkey and more. You only need 3 ingredients to make this delicious jello salad.

Provided by Eating on a Dime

Categories     Side Dish

Time 6h10m

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 boxes Raspberry Gelatin (3 oz. each)
1 can of Crushed Pineapple in Juice (20 oz., do not drain)
1 can of Whole Berry Cranberry Sauce (14 oz.)

Steps:

  • Spray a 9 inch square pan with a non-stick cooking spray.
  • Place the raspberry gelatin in a medium size bowl. Add in 1 cup of boil water and whisk constantly for 2 minutes until the gelatin is completely dissolved. Then stir in 1/2 cup of cold water.
  • Then stir in the crushed pineapple with the juice and the cranberry sauce.
  • Then pour the mixture into the 9 inch pan, cover it with plastic wrap and refrigerate it until it's firm.
  • Refrigerate for a minimum of 6 hours or up to 3 days before.
  • Serve topped with fresh cranberries and reddi-whip if you prefer and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 198 kcal, Carbohydrate 50 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 114 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 47 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CRANBERRY PINEAPPLE DESSERT



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Cinnamon-scented cranberry gelatin laced with pineapple and mandarin oranges is the perfect ending to any holiday meal.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 4h40m

Yield Makes 12 servings, 1/2 cup each.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1-1/2 cups boiling water
1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
1 pkg. (8-serving size) JELL-O Cranberry Flavor Gelatin
2 cups cold water
1 can (20 oz.) pineapple chunks in Own Juice, drained
1 can (15.5 oz.) DOLE Mandarin Oranges, drained

Steps:

  • Stir boiling water and cinnamon into gelatin in large bowl at least 2 min. until gelatin is completely dissolved. Stir in cold water. Refrigerate 30 min. or until slightly thickened (consistency of unbeaten egg whites).
  • Remove 1/4 cup each of the pineapple and oranges; cover and refrigerate for later use as garnish. Add remaining pineapple and oranges to gelatin; stir until well blended. Pour into 6-cup serving bowl.
  • Refrigerate 4 hours or until firm. Top with reserved pineapple and oranges just before serving. Store leftover dessert in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 80, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 50 mg, Carbohydrate 20 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 18 g, Protein 1 g

CRANBERRY PINEAPPLE JELLO



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

Provided by Cheesehead

Categories     Gelatin

Time 1h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

13 1/2 ounces crushed pineapple
2 (3 ounce) packages lemon Jell-O gelatin
7 ounces ginger ale (Vernors if you have it)
1 (1 lb) can cranberry sauce (the smooth jellied kind)
1 (2 ounce) package Dream Whip
8 ounces cream cheese

Steps:

  • Drain pineapple; save the syrup.
  • Add water to the pineapple juice to equal 1 cup.
  • Heat pineapple juice to a boil.
  • Dissolve Jello in juice, stir until dissolved.
  • Let cool.
  • Gently stir in ginger ale, let partially set.
  • Blend in cranberry sauce and pineapple and chill until firm.
  • Make dessert topping according to directions, then add cream cheese to the dessert topping and blend.
  • Refrigerate until ready to use.
  • We always have this at Thanksgiving time.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 344.3, Fat 12.8, SaturatedFat 8.8, Cholesterol 31.2, Sodium 210.4, Carbohydrate 55.6, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 52.8, Protein 4.5

Tips:

  • Utilize fresh ingredients: The quality of your ingredients greatly impacts the final dish. Use ripe, fresh cranberries and pineapple for the best flavor and texture.
  • Properly prepare the gelatin: Follow the instructions on the gelatin package for blooming and dissolving it. Ensure the water is cold and that you let the gelatin bloom for the specified time.
  • Chill the mixture before refrigerating: After combining all the ingredients, chill the mixture in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes before pouring it into the mold. This helps prevent the gelatin from setting too quickly and allows it to distribute evenly.
  • Unmold carefully: Once the gelatin has set, dip the mold briefly in hot water to loosen the edges. Then, place a serving plate over the mold and carefully invert it to release the gelatin.
  • Garnish and serve: Garnish the gelatin with additional cranberries, pineapple chunks, or mint leaves before serving. For a refreshing touch, serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

Conclusion:

This creamy cranberry pineapple gelatin is a delightful dessert or snack that combines the tartness of cranberries, the sweetness of pineapple, and the creaminess of gelatin. It's a perfect make-ahead recipe for parties or potlucks, as it can be prepared in advance and chilled until ready to serve. With its vibrant color and refreshing flavor, this gelatin is sure to be a hit among family and friends. Enjoy this delicious and easy-to-make treat!

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