Cranberry Salad In Raspberry Jello With Cream Cheese Topping Recipe

This festive cranberry salad is the perfect sweet and tart addition to your holiday dinner or any special occasion! Bursting with fresh cranberries, juicy pineapple, and crunchy walnuts, it's topped with a dreamy cream cheese frosting. The slightly crunchy texture contrasts beautifully with the creamy topping, creating a delightful flavor explosion. Get ready for rave reviews from your family and guests – this recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 0 mins

Calories 752.9 kcal

Protein 20g

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Ingredients for Cranberry Salad In Raspberry Jello With Cream Cheese Topping

Fresh Cranberries
Crushed Pineapple
Walnut Pieces
Raspberry Jell O Gelatin
Boiling Water
3 cups water (2 cups boiling, 1 cup cold)
½ cup granulated sugar
8 ounces cream cheese, softened

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How to Make Cranberry Salad In Raspberry Jello With Cream Cheese Topping

Pick over 1 (12-ounce) bag of fresh cranberries, removing any stems or damaged berries.
Chop the cranberries in a food processor until finely minced.
In a medium bowl, combine the chopped cranberries with ½ cup granulated sugar. Let stand for 15 minutes, or until the sugar dissolves.
In a separate bowl, add 2 cups of boiling water to 1 (3-ounce) package of raspberry gelatin. Stir until the gelatin is completely dissolved.
Add 1 cup of cold water to the gelatin mixture and stir to combine.
Let the gelatin mixture stand until slightly cooled (but still liquid).
Drain 1 (20-ounce) can of crushed pineapple, reserving ½ cup of the juice.
Add the drained pineapple, the cranberry mixture, and ½ cup chopped walnuts to the cooled gelatin. Stir gently to combine.
Pour the mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish.
Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until the gelatin is completely set.
In a mixing bowl, beat 8 ounces of softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth. Gradually add the reserved ½ cup of pineapple juice, beating until the mixture is light and fluffy, similar to whipped cream.
Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the top of the chilled cranberry gelatin.
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the topping to set.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

15 g

Sugar

399g

Fat

86g

Carbs

37g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Cranberry Salad In Raspberry Jello With Cream Cheese Topping?

Cranberry Salad In Raspberry Jello With Cream Cheese Topping takes about 20 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 0 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Cranberry Salad In Raspberry Jello With Cream Cheese Topping?

Cranberry Salad In Raspberry Jello With Cream Cheese Topping has approximately 752.9 calories per serving, with about 20 g protein, 37 g carbohydrates and 50 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Cranberry Salad In Raspberry Jello With Cream Cheese Topping?

The key ingredients for Cranberry Salad In Raspberry Jello With Cream Cheese Topping are Fresh Cranberries, Crushed Pineapple, Walnut Pieces, Raspberry Jell O Gelatin, Boiling Water, Water. See the full list with measurements above.