Best 2 Layered Cranberry Salad Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors and textures with our layered cranberry salad, a festive holiday side dish that will steal the spotlight at your next gathering. This culinary masterpiece combines the tartness of cranberries, the sweetness of oranges, the crunch of walnuts, and the tangy creaminess of a homemade whipped cream dressing. This recipe offers variations to suit your taste preferences, including a gelatin-based version for a more structured salad and an alcohol-infused option for a boozy twist. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with this delightful layered cranberry salad, sure to be the star of your holiday spread.

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

LAYERED CRANBERRY GELATIN SALAD



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Light and tangy, this gelatin is guaranteed to please. Kids go crazy for the marshmallow-cream cheese layer on top. -Irma Senner, Dixmont, Maine

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

CRANBERRY LAYER:
1 package (3 ounces) cranberry or raspberry gelatin
1 cup boiling water
1 can (14 ounces) whole-berry cranberry sauce
LEMON LAYER:
1 package (3 ounces) lemon gelatin
1 cup boiling water
3 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped
1 cup miniature marshmallows
2 tablespoons chopped pecans

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, dissolve cranberry gelatin in boiling water; stir in cranberry sauce until blended. Transfer to an 8-in. square dish. Refrigerate until set., In another bowl, dissolve lemon gelatin in boiling water. Beat cream cheese and mayonnaise until smooth; stir into the lemon gelatin with the pineapple. Refrigerate until slightly thickened, about 2 hours., Fold the cream, marshmallows and pecans into cream cheese mixture. Spread over cranberry layer. Refrigerate for 4 hours or until set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 239 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 100mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

LAYERED CRANBERRY SALAD



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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

1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
1 container (8 oz) frozen whipped topping, thawed
1 can (8 oz) crushed pineapple, drained
2 cans (14 oz each) whole berry cranberry sauce

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

Tips:

  • Use fresh cranberries. Fresh cranberries are available in the fall and winter months. They are a good source of vitamin C and antioxidants.
  • Chop the cranberries coarsely. This will help them to hold their shape in the salad.
  • Use a variety of nuts. Walnuts, pecans, and almonds are all good choices. You can also use a combination of nuts.
  • Toast the nuts. Toasting the nuts will bring out their flavor and make them more香脆.
  • Use a light dressing. A mayonnaise-based dressing is a good choice. You can also use a yogurt-based dressing or a vinaigrette.
  • Chill the salad before serving. This will help the flavors to meld and will make the salad more refreshing.

Conclusion:

Layered cranberry salad is a delicious and festive dish that is perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any other holiday gathering. It is easy to make and can be prepared ahead of time. With its beautiful layers of cranberries, nuts, and whipped cream, layered cranberry salad is sure to impress your guests.

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