Best 3 Cranberry Eggnog Salad Recipes

Cranberry eggnog salad is a festive and delicious holiday dish that is perfect for potlucks, family gatherings, or as a special treat. This sweet and tangy salad combines the flavors of tangy cranberries, creamy eggnog, and crunchy walnuts or pecans for a truly unique and unforgettable dish. The bright red color of the cranberries and the creamy white of the eggnog make this salad a visually appealing addition to any holiday table, while the combination of textures and flavors makes it a real crowd-pleaser.

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EGGNOG AND CRANBERRY SALAD

Eggnog and Cranberry Salad image

This is a perfect recipe for the holidays. It gives a delicious and beautiful combination of holiday favorites - cranberries and eggnog.

Provided by Sylvia Brunson

Categories Desserts Specialty Dessert Recipes Dessert Salad Recipes Jell-O® Salad

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 (3.5 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix
1 (3 ounce) package lemon flavored Jell-O®
2 cups water
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 (3 ounce) package raspberry flavored Jell-O® mix
1 cup boiling water
1 (16 ounce) can jellied cranberry sauce
¼ cup chopped pecans
1 (1.3 ounce) envelope whipped topping mix
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg

Steps:

Combine vanilla pudding mix, lemon gelatin, and 2 cups water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Stir in lemon juice. Chill until partially set.
Dissolve raspberry gelatin in 1 cup boiling water. Blend in cranberry sauce, and add pecans. Chill until partially set.
Prepare whipped topping according to package directions. Fold in nutmeg. Fold whipped topping into vanilla pudding mixture. Pour into a 9 x 13 inch glass dish. Chill until firm.
Pour cranberry mixture over pudding mixture. Chill for 6 hours before serving to appreciative family and friends.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 227.1 calories, Carbohydrate 50.7 g, Fat 2.4 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 256.3 mg, Sugar 45.5 g

CRANBERRY-EGGNOG GELATIN SALAD

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Refreshing and bursting with flavor, this festive jello salad is a great choice for a holiday potluck or make ahead Thanksgiving side. The sweet pineapple-eggnog layer contrasts nicely with the cool and tangy gelatin on top. Since it has to chill overnight, it's a good pick for those dishes you want to prepare a day ahead. -Nancy Foust, Stoneboro, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2 packages (3 ounces each) raspberry gelatin
2 cups boiling water
1 cup cold water
1 can (14 ounces) whole-berry cranberry sauce
1 medium navel orange, peeled and chopped
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple, undrained
2 envelopes unflavored gelatin
1-1/2 cups eggnog
3 tablespoons lime juice

Steps:

In a large bowl, dissolve raspberry gelatin in boiling water. Stir in cold water, then cranberry sauce, orange and orange zest. Pour into a 10-in. fluted tube pan or 12-cup ring mold coated with cooking spray; refrigerate until firm, about 40 minutes., Meanwhile, drain pineapple; pour juice into a saucepan. Sprinkle unflavored gelatin over juice and let stand for 1 minute. Cook and stir over low heat until gelatin is completely dissolved., In a large bowl, combine eggnog and lime juice. Gradually stir in gelatin mixture. Chill until soft-set. Fold in pineapple. Spoon over raspberry layer. Refrigerate overnight. Unmold onto a serving platter.

Nutrition Facts :

CRANBERRY EGGNOG SALAD

Cranberry Eggnog Salad image

For a bright salad with a vintage holiday feel, we stack a layer of raspberry gelatin and cranberry sauce over a yummy pineapple-eggnog base. -Nancy Foust, Stoneboro, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

2-1/2 cups boiling water
2 packages (3 ounces each) cranberry or raspberry gelatin
1 can (14 ounces) whole-berry cranberry sauce
1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained
2 envelopes unflavored gelatin
1-1/2 cups eggnog
2 tablespoons lime juice

Steps:

In a large bowl, add boiling water to cranberry gelatin; stir 2 minutes to completely dissolve. Refrigerate 40-50 minutes or until slightly thickened., Place cranberry sauce in a small bowl; stir to break up. Fold into gelatin mixture. Pour into an 8-cup ring mold coated with cooking spray; refrigerate 15-20 minutes longer or until set but not firm., Meanwhile, drain crushed pineapple well, reserving juice in a small saucepan. Sprinkle unflavored gelatin over pineapple juice; let stand 1 minute. Heat and stir over low heat until gelatin is completely dissolved. Stir in eggnog and lime juice. Refrigerate 12-15 minutes or until slightly thickened., Fold pineapple into eggnog mixture. Carefully pour over gelatin in mold. Refrigerate until firm. Unmold onto a platter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180 calories, Fat 1g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 66mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (31g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

Tips:

Use fresh cranberries for the best flavor. If you can't find fresh cranberries, you can use frozen cranberries that have been thawed.
To make sure the salad is creamy, use full-fat sour cream and mayonnaise.
If you don't have any walnuts on hand, you can substitute another type of nut, such as pecans or almonds.
For a sweeter salad, add a little bit of sugar or honey to taste.
Serve the salad immediately or chill it for later.

Conclusion:

Cranberry eggnog salad is a delicious and festive dish that is perfect for holiday gatherings. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. This salad has cream, tangy, and sweetness that blend together to create a flavor profile that's sure to please everyone at your table. It is a great way to use up leftover eggnog and cranberries after the holidays.