Description
This Layered Cranberry Gelatin Salad is a beautiful, multi-layered dish featuring a tart cranberry base, a creamy middle layer, and a fruity gelatin topping. It’s a must-have for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any special occasion!
Ingredients
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- For the Cranberry Layer:
- 1 package (6 oz) raspberry or cranberry gelatin (Jell-O)
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1/2 cup cold water
- 1 can (14 oz) whole-berry cranberry sauce
- 1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
- For the Creamy Layer:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- For the Top Gelatin Layer:
- 1 package (3 oz) orange or lemon gelatin
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1/2 cup cold water
Instructions
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- Step 1: Make the Cranberry Layer
- In a large bowl, dissolve the cranberry gelatin in 1 cup of boiling water. Stir until completely dissolved.
- Add ½ cup cold water and mix well. Stir in the cranberry sauce, pineapple, and nuts.
- Pour into a lightly greased 9×13-inch dish or a gelatin mold. Refrigerate for 1 hour, or until slightly set.
- Step 2: Make the Creamy Layer
- In a bowl, beat together cream cheese, sour cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gently spread over the chilled cranberry layer. Return to the fridge for 30 minutes.
- Step 3: Make the Top Gelatin Layer
- In a clean bowl, dissolve the orange or lemon gelatin in 1 cup boiling water. Add ½ cup cold water and let cool for 5 minutes.
- Carefully pour over the creamy layer. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until fully set.
- Step 4: Serve & Enjoy
- Slice and serve chilled. Garnish with whipped cream and fresh cranberries if desired!
Notes
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- For a mold shape, lightly grease the mold before adding gelatin layers.
- Make ahead: Can be made up to 2 days in advance.
- Try different flavors! Swap raspberry gelatin for cherry or strawberry.
Nutrition
- Calories: ~210
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg