Best 16 Cranberry Mousse Recipes

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Looking for an easy and delicious recipe to make cranberry mousse? This sweet and tangy dessert is perfect for any occasion, and it's sure to be a hit with your family and friends. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a creamy and flavorful mousse that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're looking for a special dessert to serve at a holiday gathering or you're just craving something sweet and satisfying, this cranberry mousse recipe is sure to deliver.

Here are our top 16 tried and tested recipes!

FLUFFY CRANBERRY MOUSSE



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This is a delicious and pretty salad for the holidays, but it's so good that I serve it at other times, too. I got the recipe from a neighbor who had served it with a traditional turkey dinner. -Helen Clement, Hemet, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 15m

Yield 20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package (6 ounces) strawberry gelatin
1 cup boiling water
1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple
1 can (14 ounces) whole-berry cranberry sauce
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 cups sour cream
1/2 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, dissolve gelatin in boiling water. Drain pineapple, setting the pineapple aside and adding juice to gelatin. Stir in cranberry sauce, lemon juice, zest and nutmeg. Chill until mixture thickens. Fold in sour cream, pineapple and pecans. Pour into a glass serving bowl or an oiled 9-cup mold. Chill until set, at least 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 37mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

FAVORITE CRANBERRY MOUSSE



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We live about 100 miles from Cape Cod, which is known for its cranberries. When we spent a weekend there, we toured the Cranberry World Visitors Center, which is where I found this recipe. When I made it for our fellowship group at church, everyone wanted the recipe. You'll be surprised it's so easy to make with just four ingredients.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 can (14 ounces) jellied cranberry sauce
1 cup cranberry juice
1 package (3 ounces) cranberry or raspberry gelatin
1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring the cranberry sauce and juice to a boil; cook and stir until smooth. Stir in the gelatin until dissolved. Cool slightly; transfer to a bowl. Refrigerate for 1 hour or until mixture begins to thicken. , Fold in the whipped cream. Spoon into dessert dishes. Chill for 3-4 hours or until firm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 316 calories, Fat 15g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 64mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (37g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

CRANBERRY MOUSSE



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Crimson-colored mousse is a tart, refreshing end to many meals.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 1/2 cups cranberry-raspberry juice
3/4 cup sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1/2 cup frozen cranberry-orange sauce (from 10-oz tub), thawed
1 cup whipping (heavy) cream

Steps:

  • In 1-quart saucepan, heat cranberry-raspberry juice, sugar and cornstarch to boiling over medium-low heat, stirring frequently. Cook 1 minute. Stir in cranberry-orange sauce. Pour into medium bowl. Place plastic wrap directly on surface of mixture; refrigerate about 2 hours or until chilled.
  • In chilled small bowl, beat whipping cream with electric mixer on high speed until soft peaks form.
  • Stir chilled cranberry-raspberry mixture with wire whisk until smooth. Fold whipped cream into mixture. Spoon into 6 dessert dishes. Refrigerate about 30 minutes or until set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320, Carbohydrate 51 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 20 mg, Sugar 45 g, TransFat 0 g

CRANBERRY MOUSSE TORTE



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Pair cranberries with chocolate, plus just a hint of orange, in this luscious cranberry mousse. Betty Crocker fudge brownie mix helps make an easy, chocolatey crust.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 6h40m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 box (1 lb 2.3 oz) Betty Crocker™ fudge brownie mix
1/4 cup water
2/3 cup vegetable oil
2 eggs
1/2 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips
2 tablespoons water
1 envelope (2 1/2 teaspoons) unflavored gelatin
1 can (16 oz) jellied cranberry sauce
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon grated orange peel
1 1/2 cups whipping cream
3 drops red food color, if desired
1/2 cup sugar
4 teaspoons cornstarch
1 can (11.5 oz) frozen cranberry juice cocktail concentrate, thawed

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Wrap foil around outside of bottom and side of 10-inch springform pan to catch drips. Spray bottom only of pan with cooking spray. In large bowl, beat all base ingredients except chocolate chips with spoon 50 strokes; fold in chocolate chips. Spread in pan. Bake 35 to 40 minutes or until base pulls away from side of pan; do not overbake. Cool completely, about 1 hour 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, place 2 tablespoons water in 2-quart saucepan; sprinkle gelatin over water. Let stand 1 minute to soften. Spoon cranberry sauce and 1/2 cup sugar over gelatin. Heat to rolling boil over medium-high heat. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until gelatin is completely dissolved. Stir in orange peel. Cool at room temperature 20 minutes. Cover; refrigerate 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours, stirring every 30 minutes, until mixture is slightly thickened.
  • In medium bowl, beat whipping cream with electric mixer on high speed until stiff peaks form. Fold into cranberry mixture. Fold in food color. Spoon mixture over cooled brownie base. Cover; refrigerate about 2 hours or until set.
  • Meanwhile, in 1 1/2-quart saucepan, mix 1/2 cup sugar and the cornstarch. Stir in cranberry juice concentrate. Heat to boiling over high heat, stirring constantly. Boil 4 to 5 minutes, stirring constantly, until slightly thickened. Cool 20 minutes at room temperature. Pour sauce into small resealable container. Refrigerate about 1 hour 30 minutes or until chilled.
  • To serve, spoon sauce over each serving of torte.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 460, Carbohydrate 69 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Fat 4, Fiber 2 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 140 mg, Sugar 57 g, TransFat 0 g

CRANBERRY/RASPBERRY MOUSSE



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I tore this recipe from an ad in a magazine many years ago. This is a nice dessert for a family meal. Or you can fancy it up by putting the mousse in a pie shell. In any case, you're sure to like the flavor of this delicious dessert.

Provided by Lorraine of AZ

Categories     Gelatin

Time 10m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (10 ounce) package frozen raspberries, thawed
cranberry juice or cranberry and raspberry juice, enough to make 1 cup
1 (3 ounce) package raspberry gelatin
1 (16 ounce) can jelled cranberry sauce or 1 (16 ounce) can jelled cranberry and raspberry sauce
2 cups Cool Whip, thawed
additional Cool Whip, thawed (optional)

Steps:

  • Drain thawed raspberries, reserving both the berries and the juice.
  • Add to the drained juice enough additional cranberry juice or cranberry/raspberry juice to make one cup. Heat juice to boiling. Dissolve jello in boiling juice. Beat canned, jelled sauce and add to jello. Refrigerate until nearly set. Beat in the 2 cups Cool Whip; fold in the reserved raspberries.
  • Spoon into individual serving dishes and return to the refrigerator until set. Garnish each serving with a dollop of additional Cool Whip, if desired.
  • Variation: Cranberry/Raspberry Mousse Pie: Instead of dessert dishes spoon the mousse into a prepared vanilla cookie crumb pie crust. Return to the refrigerator until set. Garnish each slice with a dollop of cool Whip, if desired.

CRANBERRY MOUSSE PIE



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A yummy pie for cranberry lovers...easy!

Provided by Margie Earls

Categories     Desserts     Pies     No-Bake Pie Recipes     Chiffon Pie Recipes

Time P1DT2h55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup cranberry juice
1 (3 ounce) package cranberry flavored Jell-O® mix
1 (16 ounce) can jellied cranberry sauce
2 cups frozen whipped topping, thawed
1 (9 inch) pie shell, baked

Steps:

  • In a saucepan over medium heat, bring the cranberry juice to a boil. Remove from heat, add gelatin and stir until dissolved.
  • In a mixing bowl, beat the cranberry sauce for 1 minute. Add gelatin mixture and stir until well mixed. Chill in refrigerator for 2 1/2 hours or until thickened, but not set.
  • Remove from fridge and fold in whipped topping until mixture in thoroughly blended. Spoon into pie shell and chill until firm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 305.6 calories, Carbohydrate 49.6 g, Fat 10.7 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 174.6 mg, Sugar 36 g

CRANBERRY MOUSSE



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Thanksgiving and Christmas just wouldn't be the same for us without lots of cranberry dishes. I made this for Thanksgiving about 14 years ago for the first time and it's been in demand for every family Thanksgiving gathering since. Hope you enjoy it as much as we do!

Provided by Cindy Lynn

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h20m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 cup cranberry juice cocktail
1 (3 ounce) package raspberry Jell-O gelatin
1 (16 ounce) can jellied cranberry sauce
1 cup heavy cream, whipped

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, heat cranberry juice cocktail to boiling.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Stir in raspberry jello until dissolved.
  • Stir in cranberry sauce.
  • Chill until mixture is thickened.
  • Fold in whipped cream and pour into serving dishes (or decorative serving bowl).
  • Chill until firm.
  • Garnish with additional whipped cream, if desired.

CRANBERRY MOUSSE SALAD



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My sister and I discovered this recipe while looking for something different to serve at holiday time. The fruity flavor goes especially well with poultry or pork.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 packages (3 ounces each) strawberry gelatin
3/4 cup boiling water
1 can (14 ounces) whole-berry cranberry sauce
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple
2 cups sour cream
1/2 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • In a bowl, dissolve gelatin in water. Add cranberry sauce, lemon juice, zest and nutmeg; mix well. Drain pineapple; add juice to gelatin mixture and set pineapple aside. Chill until syrupy. , Whisk in sour cream. Add the pineapple and pecans. Pour into an 8-cup mold coated with nonstick spray. Chill until firm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 239 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 63mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

WHITE CHOCOLATE MOUSSE WITH CRANBERRY SAUCE



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Provided by Sandra Lee

Categories     dessert

Time 2h25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 cup cranberry juice
1 (8-ounce) can jellied cranberry sauce
1/2 cup milk
1 (12-ounce) bag white chocolate morsels
1 cup heavy whipping cream

Steps:

  • Heat the cranberry juice in a small saucepan over high heat. Whisk in the cranberry sauce and heat until mixture is completely melted and a pourable consistency is reached. Remove from the heat and allow to cool to room temperature.
  • Heat the milk in a small saucepan over medium-low heat until to just before it comes to a simmer. Put the white chocolate chips in a medium bowl and pour in the hot milk. Let sit for 1 minute then whisk until smooth. Refrigerate until chilled but not set, it should have a thick but pourable consistency.
  • Add the cream to a chilled medium bowl and beat with a hand mixer or whisk until stiff peaks form. Add the white chocolate to the whipped cream and gently fold together until completely incorporated.
  • Spoon about 1 tablespoon of cranberry sauce into the bottom of 4 dessert glasses. Put mousse into a resealable plastic bag and snip 1 corner. Use the bag to pipe mousse filling between the 4 glasses. Chill for 2 hours and up to overnight. Just before serving, top with a drizzle of remaining cranberry sauce.

LAYERED CRANBERRY MOUSSE MOLD



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This is a elegant looking recipe by Kraft Foods and my family and I love it- we had it for dinner yesterday and then we snacked on it later -needless to say there is only a wee bit left. It is low in calories and fat. Quick and easy- great for the winter holidays too! Tastes so good sliding down onto your tongue! Mmmmm.

Provided by Pat Duran

Categories     Fruit Desserts

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 oz pkg. cranberry sugar free jell-o
2 c boiling water
8 oz can jellied cranberry sauce, broken up with a fork
1 c cold water
8 oz container thawed fat-free cool whip, divided

Steps:

  • 1. Combine boiling water and jell-o in a large bowl; stir and whisk until completely dissolved. Add cranberry sauce; and stir until well blended. Stir in cold water.
  • 2. Pour 1 1/2 cups of mixture into a 6 cup mold sprayed with cooking spray. Chill for 45 minutes;until set, BUT not firm.
  • 3. Refrigerate remaining mixture for 45 minutes or until thickened. Then stir in 2 cups of the cool whip until blended. Now pour over the first mixture in the mold. --- Chill for at least 4 hours. Unmold and top with a little of the cool whip.
  • 4. Note: To unmold the jell-o: Dip mold in warm water for 15 seconds. Gently pull jell-o from around edge with moist finger tips. Place a moistened serving plate on top of mold. Invert mold and plate; holding both mold and plate together, shake slightly to loosen. ENJOY!

CRANBERRY MOUSSE SALAD



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This is not just for Christmas turkey. By leaving out the nutmeg and pecans, it's a refreshing addition to grilled chicken during the summer months.

Provided by Carrie Ann

Categories     Pineapple

Time 1h

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (6 ounce) box strawberry Jell-O gelatin dessert
3/4 cup boiling water
1 (16 ounce) can whole berry cranberry sauce
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest, grated
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple
2 cups sour cream
1/2 cup chopped pecans or 1/2 cup walnuts

Steps:

  • In bowl, dissolve gelatin in water.
  • Add cranberry sauce, lemon juice, peel and nutmeg; mix well.
  • Drain pineapple well; add juice to Jello mixture and set pineapple aside.
  • Chill gelatin-juice mixture until syrupy.
  • Whisk in sour cream.
  • Add pineapple and nuts.
  • Pour into an oiled 8 cup mould.
  • Chill until firm.

QUICK CRANBERRY MOUSSE



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-Taste of Home Cooking School

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 cup Ocean Spray® Cranberry Juice Cocktail
1 package (3 ounces) raspberry gelatin
1 can (14 ounces) Ocean Spray® Jellied Cranberry Sauce
2 cups frozen whipped topping, thawed

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, bring cranberry juice to a boil over medium heat. Remove from the heat; add gelatin, stirring until gelatin is dissolved. Transfer to a small bowl; set aside., Place cranberry sauce in another small bowl, beat for 1 minute. Stir into gelatin mixture. Refrigerate until partially set. Gently stir in whipped topping. Spoon into dessert dishes. Refrigerate until firm.

Nutrition Facts :

CRANBERRY MOUSSE



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Really good.

Provided by Joanne Sarver

Categories     Fruit Sauces

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 can(s) whole berry cranberry sauce
1/2 pt heavy cream
1 Tbsp orange flavored liqueur

Steps:

  • 1. Chill cranberry sauce for 1 hour or so. Place in blender with liqueur and whirl until smooth. Whip cream until stiff. Fold cranberry mixture into cream until well blended. Chill and serve. Makes 4-6 servings.

CHOCOLATE MOUSSE WITH CRANBERRY SAUCE



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A pretty, tart cranberry sauce complements the sweet, fudgy mousse in this outstanding dessert from Barbara Nowakowski of North Tonowanda, New York. Make it the day before the party-how convenient!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 10 servings (about 1 cup sauce).

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1 large egg yolk, lightly beaten
1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream, divided
1/3 cup light corn syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
CRANBERRY SAUCE:
1/3 cup cranberry juice
1 teaspoon lime juice
1 cup jellied cranberry sauce

Steps:

  • In a large microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips and butter; stir until smooth. In a small heavy saucepan, combine the egg yolk, 1/4 cup cream and corn syrup. Cook and stir over low heat until mixture reaches 160°, about 2 minutes. , Remove from the heat; stir into chocolate mixture. Refrigerate for 20 minutes or until cooled and slightly thickened, stirring occasionally. Line a 1-qt. bowl with plastic wrap; set aside., In a large bowl, beat remaining cream until it begins to thicken. Add vanilla; beat until soft peaks form. Fold into chocolate mixture. Spoon into prepared bowl. Cover and refrigerate overnight., Place the sauce ingredients in a blender; cover and process until smooth. Transfer to a small bowl; cover and refrigerate until serving., Just before serving, invert mousse onto a platter; remove plastic wrap. Cut into wedges; serve with cranberry sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 405 calories, Fat 28g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 81mg cholesterol, Sodium 63mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

COLORFUL CRANBERRY MOUSSE



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After indulging in a rich holiday meal, a refreshing treat like this is a welcome sight. My holiday dinners aren't complete without this cool, colorful dessert.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

3/4 cup sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1-1/2 cups cranberry-raspberry juice
1/2 cup cranberry-orange sauce
1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch and juice until smooth. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 1 minute or until thickened. Remove from the heat. Stir in cranberry-orange sauce. Pour into a bowl; cover and refrigerate for 2 hours or until chilled., Stir cranberry mixture; fold in whipped cream. Spoon into dessert dishes. Refrigerate for 30 minutes or until set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 252 calories, Fat 7g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 18mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (41g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

CRANBERRY MOUSSE



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My kids never liked the taste of cranberry sauces or relishes- but...it's Thanksgiving and you've gotta have cranberries. Found this recipe (don't remember where-I'm old LOL) My kids love it, and so do I-but, they put cool whip on top

Provided by Pamela Ricer

Categories     Other Desserts

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 large pkg. jello- sherry,strawberry or raspberry (i like cherry)
1/4 c boiling water
1 8oz. can(s) crushed pineapple w/ juice-not drained
1 tsp lemon juice
1/4 tsp nutmeg
1/2 c granulated sugar
1 can(s) wholeberry cranberry sauce
1 pkg 16 oz. sour cream
1/2 c chopped pecans ,may be toasted (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. combine first 7 ingredients in saucepan over med. heat,stir until cranberry sauce is melted and incorporated.
  • 2. refrigerate until it has started to set-place in blender,add sour cream and nuts and pulse until sour cream shows no white lumps- refrigerate,in serving bowl or mold until set,but with the smooth consistency of mousse

Tips:

  • Use fresh or frozen cranberries for the best flavor. If using frozen cranberries, thaw them before using.
  • To make the mousse extra smooth, strain the cranberry mixture through a fine-mesh sieve before chilling.
  • Chill the mousse for at least 4 hours, or overnight, before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld and the mousse to set properly.
  • Serve the mousse with fresh berries, whipped cream, or a drizzle of honey for a delicious and elegant dessert.

Conclusion:

Cranberry mousse is a delicious and versatile dessert that can be enjoyed on any occasion. With its tart and tangy flavor, creamy texture, and beautiful presentation, it is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you are looking for a special dessert to make, give cranberry mousse a try. You won't be disappointed!

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