Best 10 Layered Cranberry Gelatin Salad Recipes
Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our layered cranberry gelatin salad, a vibrant and refreshing dish that will tantalize your taste buds. This classic recipe, passed down through generations, combines the tartness of cranberries with the sweetness of pineapple, the crunch of celery, and the nutty flavor of walnuts, all enveloped in a shimmering gelatin. We've also included a tangy orange gelatin salad and a tropical ambrosia salad, both bursting with a medley of fresh fruits and creamy whipped topping. These salads are perfect for potlucks, holiday gatherings, or as a refreshing side dish to complement your main course. Get ready to impress your family and friends with these easy-to-make, visually appealing, and palate-pleasing salads.
Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!
SOUR CREAM CRANBERRY JELL-O® SALAD
Great alternative to the typical cranberry salad served at Thanksgiving. This is a recipe that I have been making for so long that it is permanently imbedded in my memory. Very easy and delicious too.
Provided by KLS1973
Categories Salad Fruit Salad Recipes Cranberry Salad Recipes
Time 6h10m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Mash jellied cranberry sauce in a 3-quart bowl. Stir gelatin mix thoroughly into cranberry sauce. Pour boiling water into mixture and stir until gelatin has dissolved completely, about 3 minutes.
- Chill in refrigerator until softly set, 2 to 3 hours. Gently fold sour cream into gelatin mixture, leaving marbled streaks of sour cream and gelatin mix. Return to refrigerator until firmly set, 4 hours to overnight. Store leftovers in refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 94.2 calories, Carbohydrate 14.1 g, Cholesterol 8.3 mg, Fat 4 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 1.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 47.8 mg, Sugar 13.2 g
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
CRANBERRY GELATIN SALAD
Steps:
- In a large bowl, dissolve gelatin in boiling water. In a food processor, finely chop cranberries and oranges. Transfer to a bowl; stir in sugar until dissolved. Add pineapple, celery and nuts. Stir in gelatin. Chill for at least 6 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 121 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 15mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
LAYERED CRANBERRY DESSERT
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
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 GELATIN SALAD I
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
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
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.
GRANDMA'S CRANBERRY-ORANGE GELATIN SALAD
My grandmother made this salad every Thanksgiving. It is delicious even without its creamy topping. This side dish is so yummy, I sometimes make it even when it's not Thanksgiving! Depending on your salad's shape, you can spread the topping in a layer over the Jell-O; or if you use a ring mold, put the topping in the center. Alternately, you could serve the topping in a bowl on the side, so it's optional.
Provided by Carissa
Categories Desserts Specialty Dessert Recipes Dessert Salad Recipes Jell-O® Salad
Time 8h20m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place the gelatin into a bowl, pour in the boiling water, and stir until the gelatin dissolves. Mix in the cranberry sauce, pineapple, celery, pecans, and orange zest until evenly blended. Pour the gelatin mixture into a mold or serving dish.
- Chill in the refrigerator overnight, or up to 8 hours.
- To make the topping, beat the cream cheese with half of the whipped topping. Fold in the remaining whipped topping until well blended. Unmold the gelatin, and spread with the topping mixture.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 231 calories, Carbohydrate 32.2 g, Cholesterol 10.4 mg, Fat 11.2 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 81.6 mg, Sugar 13.1 g
LAYERED CRANBERRY SALAD
An easy and colorful addition to your holiday table, our layered cranberry salad is made with cream cheese, cranberry sauce, crushed pineapple and whipped topping.
Provided by Deborah Harroun
Categories Side Dish
Time 15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- In medium bowl, beat cream cheese with electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy. Fold in whipped topping. Stir in pineapple.
- Pour cranberry sauce into separate bowl; stir to break up any large chunks.
- In each of 8 glass dishes, spoon cranberry sauce to cover bottom of dish. Spoon cream cheese mixture evenly over cranberry sauce. Top with remaining cranberry sauce. Serve or refrigerate.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving
QUICK CRANBERRY GELATIN SALAD
Since this tangy salad keeps well, I make it a day ahead for my Christmas menu. It's also a great choice to take to a holiday potluck - even people who aren't fond of cranberries think it's yummy. I got the recipe from a friend at church who likes to cook and bake as much as I do. -Betty Claycomb, Alverton, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 10m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large bowl, dissolve gelatin in water. Stir in pineapple and cranberry sauce. Refrigerate for 30 minutes. Stir in grapes and pecans. Pour into a 2-qt. serving bowl. Refrigerate until firm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 146 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 62mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SO-SIMPLE CRANBERRY GELATIN SALAD
Create a classic side for your holiday feast with just a few simple ingredients.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Side Dish
Time 6h15m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Lightly brush 6 1/2-cup ring mold or 1 1/2-quart decorative bowl with vegetable oil.
- In large bowl, pour boiling water on gelatin; stir until gelatin is dissolved. Stir in cranberry-orange sauce. Fold in raspberries. Pour into mold or bowl. Cover and refrigerate at least 6 hours but no longer than 24 hours.
- To unmold salad from ring mold, dip mold into hot water for 10 seconds. Place serving plate upside down onto mold; turn plate and mold over, then remove mold. Refrigerate salad until serving. If using decorative bowl, do not unmold; scoop salad from bowl to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Cholesterol 0 mg, ServingSize 1 Serving, TransFat 0 g
Tips:
- Use fresh cranberries: Fresh cranberries have a brighter flavor and more vibrant color than frozen or canned cranberries. If you can't find fresh cranberries, you can use frozen or canned cranberries, but be sure to thaw them completely before using.
- Don't overcook the cranberries: Overcooked cranberries will be mushy and lose their flavor. Cook them just until they pop.
- Use a good quality gelatin: Gelatin is what gives the salad its jiggly texture. Be sure to use a good quality gelatin, such as Knox or Jell-O.
- Chill the salad thoroughly before serving: The salad needs to be chilled for at least 4 hours, or overnight, before serving. This will allow the gelatin to set and the flavors to meld.
- Garnish the salad with fresh mint or parsley: A garnish of fresh mint or parsley will add a pop of color and flavor to the salad.
Conclusion:
Layered Cranberry Gelatin Salad is a classic holiday dish that is always a hit with guests. It is easy to make and can be made ahead of time, making it a perfect dish for busy hosts and hostesses. The salad is also a good source of vitamin C and other nutrients. So next time you are looking for a festive and delicious holiday dish, be sure to give Layered Cranberry Gelatin Salad a try.
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