Festive Frozen Cranberry Salad Recipe

This Thanksgiving classic cranberry salad recipe is incredibly easy to make, yet bursts with festive flavors! Made with sweet cranberries, juicy pineapple, crunchy pecans, and creamy marshmallow fluff, it's the perfect make-ahead dessert that will wow your guests. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 267.2 kcal
Protein 6g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Festive Frozen Cranberry Salad

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How to Make Festive Frozen Cranberry Salad

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup milk and 2 tablespoons lemon juice. Let sit for 5 minutes to slightly thicken.
  2. Stir in 1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained; 1 (16 ounce) can whole berry cranberry sauce; 1 (10 ounce) package mini marshmallows; 1/2 cup chopped pecans; and a few drops of red food coloring (optional).
  3. Gently fold in 1 (8 ounce) container of whipped topping.
  4. Pour mixture into a greased 13x9 inch baking dish.
  5. Freeze for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, until firm.
  6. Let sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes before cutting into squares to serve.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

167g

Fat

26g

Carbs

14g