Debbie's Cranberry Gelatin Mold Recipe

This nostalgic cranberry gelatin mold is a holiday favorite, perfect for Thanksgiving and beyond! My mom's recipe, a comforting childhood memory, is surprisingly versatile – enjoy it for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or as a festive dessert. Bursting with cranberries, pecans, and pineapple, it's a unique and delicious dish that's surprisingly easy to make. Make it all year long using seasonal cranberries!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 260 mins
Calories 217.1 kcal
Protein 8g
Rating 3.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Debbie's Cranberry Gelatin Mold

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How to Make Debbie's Cranberry Gelatin Mold

  1. Combine 12 ounces of fresh or frozen cranberries, 1 cup of water, and 1/2 cup of honey in a saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
  2. While the cranberries are boiling, dissolve 4 packets (about 2 tablespoons) of unflavored gelatin in 1/2 cup of cold water in a separate bowl. Let it sit for 5 minutes to bloom.
  3. Once the cranberries start to pop (about 5-7 minutes), remove the saucepan from the heat. Stir in the dissolved gelatin until completely incorporated.
  4. Let the mixture cool completely to room temperature (approximately 30-45 minutes). Stir occasionally to prevent a skin from forming.
  5. Once cooled, gently stir in 1 cup of seedless green grapes, 1/2 cup of chopped pecans, and 1 cup of crushed pineapple (drained).
  6. Pour the mixture into a 6-cup gelatin mold or a similar sized bowl. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, until set.
  7. To prepare the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons plain yogurt, and 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
  8. Serve chilled, topped with a dollop of the creamy cinnamon dressing.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

105g

Fat

6g

Carbs

11g