Best 10 Cranberry Freezer Salad Recipes

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Step into the realm of irresistible flavors and delightful textures as we embark on a culinary journey to discover the best cranberry freezer salad recipe. This tantalizing dish, a symphony of sweet, tangy, and refreshing notes, has captured the hearts of dessert enthusiasts and rightfully earned its place as a beloved treat. Whether you're seeking a perfect ending to a memorable meal or a delightful addition to your holiday spread, this article will guide you through the world of cranberry freezer salad, unearthing the secrets of its irresistible charm and providing you with the ultimate recipe to create a dessert that will leave your taste buds singing.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

FROZEN CRANBERRY SALAD



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One of my mom's old recipes. Good for the holidays, luncheons, showers, etc. Cook time is freeze time.

Provided by Nicole Brummett

Categories     Dessert

Time 6h20m

Yield 8-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (16 ounce) jar cranberry-orange relish (OR equal amount fresh or frozen cranberries OR 1 lg. can jellied cranberry sauce)
1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple, reserve juice
1/2 cup sugar
1 -2 cup miniature marshmallow
1/2 cup chopped nuts (Mom always uses pecans)
1 (9 ounce) container Cool Whip

Steps:

  • Mix first 5 ingredients, including the pineapple juice.
  • Gently fold in cool whip until thoroughly blended.
  • Place in a 9x13x2 in container, or line muffin cups with paper.
  • Freeze overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 237.6, Fat 12.5, SaturatedFat 7.5, Sodium 70.5, Carbohydrate 31.6, Fiber 1, Sugar 27.9, Protein 2.1

FROZEN CRANBERRY SALAD



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I grew up in rural northwestern Montana, where my three sisters and I made meals and prepared food for 4-H contests. I've always loved cooking, and as the administrator of a retirement residence, I enjoy planning special events.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 10m

Yield 24 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

12 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup Miracle Whip
2 tablespoons sugar
1 carton (16 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
2 cans (20 ounces each) crushed pineapple, drained
2 cups chopped walnuts
2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
2 cans (16 ounces each) whole-berry cranberry sauce
1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries, chopped, optional
Lettuce leaves

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the cream cheese, Miracle Whip and sugar. Fold in the whipped topping; set aside. , In a large bowl, combine the pineapple, nuts, coconut and cranberry sauce. Add cranberries if desired. Gently combine with cream cheese mixture. Spread into a 13x9-in. dish or three foil-lined 8x4-in. loaf pans. Cover and freeze. , Remove from freezer 10-15 minutes before serving. Cut in squares or slices. Serve on lettuce leaves.

Nutrition Facts :

FROZEN CRANBERRY SALAD



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Frozen Cranberry Salad is a molded salad recipe that can easily be made ahead of time. This cranberry salad recipe is delicious and will be striking on any Holiday table.

Provided by Julie Menghini

Categories     Salad

Time 6h20m

Number Of Ingredients 6

16 oz jellied cranberry sauce
3 tbsp lemon juice
1 cup heavy whipping cream
¼ cup yogurt (Can also use mayonnaise)
¼ cup powdered sugar
1 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Crush the cranberry sauce with a fork. Add lemon juice. Spoon into a mold 3/4 full.
  • Whip the whipping cream and fold in the yogurt, powdered sugar, and walnuts.
  • Freeze for 6 to 8 hours.
  • Remove from the freezer and let thaw 4 to 5 minutes. Turn out onto a serving plate and serve. Using a thin knife makes it easier.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 202 kcal, Carbohydrate 19 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 27 mg, Sodium 20 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 17 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CRANBERRY SALAD



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Provided by Kelsey Nixon

Categories     side-dish

Time 4h10m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

One 10-ounce bag fresh whole cranberries (about 3 cups)
3/4 cup sugar
2 cups miniature marshmallows
One 20-ounce can crushed pineapple, drained
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup pomegranate seeds

Steps:

  • Pulse the cranberries in a food processor until fine and no large pieces remain. Transfer to a large mixing bowl and stir in the sugar. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to overnight.
  • Drain any accumulated juices from the cranberries and reserve for another use, and then stir in the marshmallows and drained pineapple and set aside.
  • Whip the heavy cream in a large mixing bowl until it begins to thicken, about 1 minute, and then beat in the powdered sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form, 3 to 5 minutes. Fold the whipped cream into the cranberry mixture, one third at a time, until fully incorporated. Transfer to an 8-by-8-inch baking dish.
  • Refrigerate or freeze for about 2 hours. Right before serving, garnish with the pomegranate seeds.

FROZEN CRANBERRY SALAD



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This frozen cranberry salad is an old classic. Not only is it a quick and easy fruit salad to whip up, but it is also a holiday favorite.

Provided by Mary Susan

Categories     Side Dish

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 14 oz can whole berry cranberry sauce
1 20 oz can crushed pineapple
1 8 oz container cool whip
1/2 cup granulated sugar
4 diced bananas

Steps:

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the whole berry cranberry sauce, sugar, and drained pineapple.
  • Stir until everything is combined. You may use a hand mixer at this stage.
  • Fold in the entire container of cool whip.
  • Dice your bananas. I prefer to slice the banana lengthwise to create ¼ pieces. You don't want your banana pieces too big.
  • Scoop the salad into individual cups and freeze for at least 3 hours.
  • Remove from freeze 5-10 minutes before serving.

FROZEN CRANBERRY BANANA SALAD



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A luscious combination of sweet and tangy, crunchy and creamy, this pretty salad makes a great side dish or dessert. Its light pink color and delicate banana flavor make it perfect for a bridal shower or ladies' luncheon. -Phylis Hoffman, Conway, Arkansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 can (20 ounces) pineapple tidbits
5 medium firm bananas, halved lengthwise and sliced
1 can (14 ounces) whole-berry cranberry sauce
1/2 cup sugar
1 carton (12 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Drain pineapple juice into a medium bowl; set pineapple aside. Add bananas to the juice. In a large bowl, combine cranberry sauce and sugar. Remove bananas, discarding juice, and add to cranberry mixture. Stir in pineapple, whipped topping and nuts. , Pour into a 13-in. x 9-in. dish. Freeze until solid. Remove from the freezer 15 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 7mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

GRANDMA FREEL'S CRANBERRY SALAD



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This is a recipe my grandma made for a local JELL-O® contest. She won first place! It is a delicious salad like nothing I have ever seen. I grew up eating this cranberry salad every year at Thanksgiving. It reminds me of my grandma, who I loved so much!

Provided by Kristy

Categories     Side Dish

Time 10h30m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound fresh cranberries
2 cups white sugar
1 ½ cups water
2 (3 ounce) packages cherry-flavored gelatin (such as JELL-O®)
1 ½ cups chopped celery
1 ½ cups chopped, peeled apple
1 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Stir cranberries, sugar, and water together in a saucepan; cook over medium heat, stirring often, until most of the berries have popped open, about 20 minutes.
  • Remove saucepan from heat. Stir gelatin into the cranberries mixture until dissolved completely; add celery, apple, and pecans and stir. Pour into a glass 13x9-inch dish.
  • Refrigerate until set in the center, 10 to 12 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 203 calories, Carbohydrate 40.4 g, Fat 5 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 58.1 mg, Sugar 36.9 g

FROZEN CRANBERRY SALAD



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This recipe has been used for generations. It was my childhood favorite that my Grandmother made. I had an awesome teacher and make this often for family functions, I can almost see her smiling when we eat this.

Provided by JKompelien

Categories     Low Protein

Time P2DT10m

Yield 12-15 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 lb fresh cranberries
1 (16 ounce) bag mini marshmallows
2 cups sugar
2 1/2 cups crushed pineapple, drained
16 ounces Cool Whip

Steps:

  • Grind up cranberries.
  • Mix cranberries, marshmallows and sugar and let stand overnight.
  • Mix cool whip into cranberry mixture and put into a 9x13 pan. Freeze overnight.
  • Serve as desert, cut in squares on a bed of pretty greens.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 418.9, Fat 9.7, SaturatedFat 8.3, Sodium 41.2, Carbohydrate 85.8, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 73, Protein 1.5

FROZEN CRANBERRY SALAD



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Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (16-ounce) can whole cranberry sauce
1 (8-ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained
1 cup sour cream
1/4 cup powdered sugar
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3 pineapple slices, well drained
lettuce

Steps:

  • Combine cranberry sauce and crushed pineapple in a medium bowl. In a small bowl, stir sour cream and powdered sugar together add to cranberry mixture and mix well. Line a pie plate with foil. Pour in salad. Freeze until firm. Cover, label, and return to freezer for longer storage.To serve, lift frozen salad and foil from plate. Let stand at room temperature for about 10 minutes. Remove foil and cut salad into 6 wedges. Cut well-drained pineapple slices in half. Place cranberry wedge on a lettuce leaf and top with pineapple slice.

Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves

FROZEN CRANBERRY SALAD



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Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (16-ounce) can whole cranberry sauce
1 (8-ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained
1 cup sour cream
1/4 cup powdered sugar
***
3 pineapple slices, well drained
lettuce

Steps:

  • Combine cranberry sauce and crushed pineapple in a medium bowl. In a small bowl, stir sour cream and powdered sugar together add to cranberry mixture and mix well. Line a pie plate with foil. Pour in salad. Freeze until firm. Cover, label, and return to freezer for longer storage.To serve, lift frozen salad and foil from plate. Let stand at room temperature for about 10 minutes. Remove foil and cut salad into 6 wedges. Cut well-drained pineapple slices in half. Place cranberry wedge on a lettuce leaf and top with pineapple slice.

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Tips:

  • Use Fresh Cranberries: Fresh cranberries are more flavorful and have a tarter taste than frozen or canned cranberries.
  • Do Not Overmix: Be gentle when mixing the salad to avoid breaking the cranberries.
  • Chill Before Serving: Chill the salad for at least 2 hours, or overnight, to allow the flavors to meld.
  • Serve with a Scoop of Vanilla Ice Cream: A scoop of vanilla ice cream adds a creamy and delicious touch to the salad.
  • Garnish with Mint: Garnish with fresh mint leaves for a pop of color and flavor.

Conclusion:

Cranberry freezer salad is a delicious and refreshing side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be made ahead of time, making it a great option for busy weeknights. The combination of sweet and tart cranberries, crunchy walnuts, and creamy marshmallows makes this salad a hit with people of all ages. Whether you are serving it at a potluck, a family gathering, or a holiday dinner, cranberry freezer salad is sure to be a hit.

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