Cranberry Apple Waldorf Gelatin Salad Recipe

Delight your guests with this vibrant Cranberry Apple Waldorf Gelatin Salad! Perfect for holiday gatherings or elegant buffets, this make-ahead recipe boasts a delightful blend of sweet cranberries, crisp apples, crunchy celery, and walnuts, all suspended in a light and refreshing gelatin. Prepare it the day before to simplify your hosting and impress your friends and family with this stunning and delicious dessert.

Prep Time 60 mins
Cook Time 1470 mins
Calories 144.6 kcal
Protein 6g
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Ingredients for Cranberry Apple Waldorf Gelatin Salad

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How to Make Cranberry Apple Waldorf Gelatin Salad

  1. In a large bowl, sprinkle 1 (3 ounce) package of unflavored gelatin over 1/2 cup granulated sugar.
  2. Gradually add 2 cups of boiling water, stirring constantly until the gelatin and sugar are completely dissolved.
  3. Stir in 1 cup cranberry juice cocktail.
  4. Chill in the refrigerator until the mixture reaches the consistency of unbeaten egg whites (approximately 2-3 hours).
  5. Gently fold in 2 cups diced apples (Honeycrisp or Granny Smith recommended), 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries (thawed if frozen), 1/2 cup finely chopped celery, and 1/2 cup chopped walnuts.
  6. Pour the mixture into an 8-inch square pan.
  7. Cover with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator until firm (at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight).
  8. To serve, cut into squares and garnish with an extra sprinkle of walnuts or a sprig of fresh mint (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

94g

Fat

1g

Carbs

9g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Cranberry Apple Waldorf Gelatin Salad?

Cranberry Apple Waldorf Gelatin Salad takes about 1530 minutes from start to finish — roughly 60 minutes to prepare and 1470 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Cranberry Apple Waldorf Gelatin Salad?

Cranberry Apple Waldorf Gelatin Salad has approximately 144.6 calories per serving, with about 6 g protein, 9 g carbohydrates and 5 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Cranberry Apple Waldorf Gelatin Salad?

The key ingredients for Cranberry Apple Waldorf Gelatin Salad are Unflavored Gelatin, Sugar, Boiling Water, Cranberry Juice Cocktail, Apple, Fresh Cranberries. See the full list with measurements above.

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