Cranberry Mold Salad

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A classic retro dessert salad with tart cranberries, sweet pineapple, and crunchy nuts set in a jello mold.
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This nostalgic Cranberry Mold Salad is a vibrant, no-bake dessert that balances the tartness of fresh cranberries with the sweetness of crushed pineapple and sugar. The addition of chopped apples and nuts provides a delightful textural contrast, while the lemon Jell-O sets the mixture into a firm, sliceable mold. It’s a perfect make-ahead dish for holiday gatherings, potlucks, or family dinners, offering a refreshing finish that pairs well with savory main courses. Simple to assemble and requiring only a few hours to set, this recipe brings a touch of vintage charm to your table with minimal effort.

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Cranberry Mold Salad

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 1 Calories: 410.8

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This nostalgic Cranberry Mold Salad is a vibrant, no-bake dessert that balances the tartness of fresh cranberries with the sweetness of crushed pineapple and sugar. The addition of chopped apples and nuts provides a delightful textural contrast, while the lemon Jell-O sets the mixture into a firm, sliceable mold. It&# 226;ÂÂs a perfect make-ahead dish for holiday gatherings, potlucks, or family dinners, offering a refreshing finish that pairs well with savory main courses. Simple to assemble and requiring only a few hours to set, this recipe brings a touch of vintage charm to your table with minimal effort.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Rinse and chop the fresh cranberries roughly, then place them in a blender.
  2. Blend the cranberries until they are coarsely crushed, then transfer to a saucepan.
  3. Add the crushed pineapple along with its juice to the saucepan.
  4. Add enough water to the saucepan so that the total liquid volume equals 3 cups.
  5. Stir in the sugar and bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
  6. Boil gently for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens slightly.
  7. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the lemon Jell-O mix until completely dissolved.
  8. Let the mixture cool to room temperature to prevent wilting the fruits.
  9. Fold in the chopped apples, chopped nuts, and any remaining fruit ingredients.
  10. Pour the mixture into a greased mold and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until firmly set.
  11. Unmold onto a serving plate and slice to serve.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 410.8kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1.0g2%
Saturated Fat 0.1g1%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 6.9mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 107.0g36%
Dietary Fiber 6.1g25%
Sugars 96.0g
Protein 1.3g3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: cranberry, jello, salad, mold, pineapple, apples, nuts, dessert, no-bake, holiday, vintage, retro, make-ahead, potluck, fruit, lemon, sweet, tart, crunchy, refreshing
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