Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our exquisite Creamy Cranberry Salad! This classic holiday dish, also known as Cranberry Fluff or Cranberry Ambrosia Salad, is a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. It's a perfect blend of tangy cranberries, creamy whipped cream, sweet marshmallows, crunchy walnuts, and a hint of zesty orange zest. Our recipe collection features variations of this beloved salad, including a lighter version with Greek yogurt, a decadent version with cream cheese, and a unique rendition with a cranberry-orange sauce. Each recipe offers a unique twist on this timeless favorite, ensuring there's a perfect option for every palate and occasion. So, gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and let's embark on a culinary journey to create a creamy, dreamy Cranberry Salad that will be the star of your next gathering!
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
CREAMY CRANBERRY SALAD
Creamy Cranberry Salad is a yummy, old-fashioned holiday recipe, with Jell-o, cream cheese, cranberry sauce, and more.
Provided by Sabrina Snyder
Categories Dessert
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Mix the cream cheese and cool whip together until well combined.
- Add in the crushed pineapple and coconut flakes.
- Remove the cranberry sauce from the can and mash well in a small bowl before adding gently to the mixture.
- Refrigerate until completely chilled (preferably an hour).
- Fold in the marshmallows just before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 203 kcal, Carbohydrate 36 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 14 mg, Sodium 91 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 26 g, ServingSize 1 serving
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.
MAKEOVER CREAMY CRANBERRY SALAD
Few foods capture the flavor of the season like cranberries, and this makeover took a holiday favorite and made it even better! You'll love the flavor of cranberry, apple and pineapple covered in a sweet and creamy dressing. Better still, it's only 2 grams of fat per serving! -Alexandra Lypecky, Dearborn, Michigan
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 12 servings (2/3 cup each).
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the cranberries, pineapple, marshmallows, apple, sugar substitute and salt. Cover and refrigerate overnight. , Just before serving, fold in whipped topping and walnuts.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 133 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 29mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CREAMY CRANBERRY SALAD
This is a recipe that I also got from my sister. I have tried this Thanksgiving of this year and it was delicious. So it is family tested and approved. Enjoy!!!!!!!!
Provided by Zelda Hopkins
Categories Fruit Salads
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1. In a large bowl combine cranberries, pineapple, apples, marshmallows, sugar, and walnuts. Mix well. Cover and refrigerate over night Just before serving fold in cool whip.
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 - STEPH
I found this recipe last week on another web site and being the cranberry lover that I am, I knew I had to make it for Thanksgiving. It was delicious and very well received.
Provided by Stephanie Dodd
Categories Gelatin Salads
Time 10m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- 1. Process cranberries in blender or food processor (I use a small electric chopper); pour sugar over cranberries and stir to dissolve.
- 2. Bring 3/4 cup water to a boil; stir in gelatin and let cool. Stir cooled gelatin into cranberries; add pineapple, orange juice; apple and pecans. Mix well; cover and refrigerate overnight.
- 3. 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. This makes a festive looking presentation. I would even consider adding orange zest or mandarin oranges to this recipe. I used Cherry jello as my grocer didn't have cranberry but I would probably use Cranberry or Raspberry over the Cherry. ENJOY!
Tips:
- Use fresh cranberries. Fresh cranberries have a brighter flavor and more vibrant color than frozen cranberries. If you can't find fresh cranberries, you can use frozen cranberries, but be sure to thaw them completely before using.
- Don't overcook the cranberries. Cranberries should be cooked just until they pop. If you overcook them, they will become mushy.
- Use a good quality orange juice. The orange juice in this recipe adds a lot of flavor, so be sure to use a good quality juice. Freshly squeezed orange juice is always the best option, but you can also use a good quality store-bought orange juice.
- Chill the salad before serving. This salad is best served chilled. You can chill it for at least an hour, or up to overnight.
- Serve the salad with your favorite toppings. This salad is delicious served with whipped cream, marshmallows, or chopped nuts.
Conclusion:
This creamy cranberry salad is a delicious and festive side dish that is perfect for any holiday gathering. It is easy to make and can be made ahead of time. The salad is also a good source of vitamin C and fiber. So, next time you are looking for a delicious and healthy side dish, give this creamy cranberry salad a try.
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