Best 4 Cranberry Salad Mold Recipes

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Cranberry salad mold is a classic dish that is often served during the holiday season. It is a sweet and tangy dish that is made with cranberries, oranges, pineapple, nuts, and marshmallows. The salad is typically served in a mold, which gives it a festive appearance. Cranberry salad mold is relatively easy to make and can be prepared ahead of time, making it a convenient dish for busy hosts and hostesses. It is a delicious and festive dish that is sure to please everyone at your holiday table.

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CRANBERRY SALAD MOLD



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"THERE WAS always a cranberry salad on our holiday table#151;Mother made it with fresh raw cranberries. I was delighted when she would ask me to help grind the cranberries in her old food grinder...I could go on turning its crank forever. How I loved hearing the cranberries pop as they passed through!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 cups fresh cranberries
2-1/2 cups sugar
2 tablespoons unflavored gelatin
1/3 cup orange juice
2 cups diced apples
1 cup chopped nuts
Leaf lettuce and mayonnaise for garnish

Steps:

  • Finely grind the cranberries in a food chopper. Add sugar and mix thoroughly. Let stand 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. (If using frozen berries, let them stand until the mixture is at room temperature.) Place the gelatin and orange juice in the top of a double boiler; stir over hot water until gelatin is dissolved. Add to cranberries along with apples and nuts; place in a 7-cup mold that has been rinsed in cold water. Chill until set. Unmold onto leaf lettuce. Garnish with mayonnaise.

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TRIPLE CRANBERRY SALAD MOLD



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What's a holiday meal without at least one jolly gelatin salad chock-full of fruit and nuts? My mother made this one for every holiday, and now my husband says he can't imagine Christmas without it. -Kristi Jo Chiles, Portsmouth, Rhode Island

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 packages (3 ounces each) cranberry gelatin
3 cups boiling water
1 cup cranberry juice
6 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
1 cup chopped walnuts
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup chopped fresh or frozen cranberries

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, dissolve the gelatin in boiling water; stir in cranberry juice. Refrigerate until slightly thickened. In a small bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add the whipped topping until blended. Fold into the gelatin mixture. Fold in walnuts, celery and cranberries., Pour into a 3-qt. ring mold coated with cooking spray. Refrigerate until set. Unmold onto a serving plate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 218 calories, Fat 14g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 56mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

CRANBERRY GELATIN SALAD MOLD



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"Cranberries add tang to this whipped gelatin salad," comments field editor Bobbie Talbott of Veneta, Oregon.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 10-12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 package (12 ounces) cranberries
3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar, divided
1-1/2 cups water, divided
3/4 cup pineapple tidbits, drained
1 medium tart apple, peeled and diced
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
1 envelope unflavored gelatin
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, combine the cranberries, 3/4 cup sugar and 1/2 cup water. Bring to a boil; boil for 3-4 minutes or until berries pop. Remove from the heat; stir in pineapple, apple and nuts. Chill until cooled. , Place gelatin and remaining water in another saucepan; let stand for 1 minute. Add salt and remaining sugar; cook and stir over low heat until dissolved. Remove from the heat; stir in the mayonnaise, lemon juice and zest. , Transfer to a bowl; chill until partially set, about 1 hour. Beat until fluffy. Fold in cranberry mixture. Pour into a 6-cup mold coated with cooking spray. Chill until firm, about 8 hours.

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CRANBERRY SALAD MOLD



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Make and share this Cranberry Salad Mold recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Derf2440

Categories     Gelatin

Time 20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups cranberries
1 cup water
1 cup Splenda sugar substitute
1 (3 ounce) package cranberry Jell-O gelatin or 1 (3 ounce) package sugar-free cherry gelatin
1 cup boiling water
1 cup diced celery
1 (7 1/4 ounce) can crushed pineapple, in juice
1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Bring cranberries and 1 cup water to a boil.
  • Remove from heat when cranberries have popped open.
  • Add splenda and stir, set aside to cool.
  • Dissolve gelatin with 1 cup boiling water.
  • Add cranberry sauce; mix thoroughly.
  • Add celery, pineapple and walnuts.
  • Pour into mold or bowl.
  • Place in refrigerator until set.

Tips:

  • Use fresh cranberries for the best flavor. Fresh cranberries are available in the fall and winter months. If you can't find fresh cranberries, you can use frozen cranberries, but be sure to thaw them completely before using.
  • Don't overcook the cranberries. Cranberries should be cooked until they are just tender, but not mushy. If you overcook them, they will lose their shape and flavor.
  • Let the salad cool completely before serving. This will help the salad to set properly and make it easier to slice.
  • Garnish the salad with fresh herbs or nuts. This will add a pop of color and flavor to the salad.

Conclusion:

Cranberry salad is a delicious and festive side dish that is perfect for the holiday season. It is easy to make and can be made ahead of time, making it a great option for busy hosts. With its tart and sweet flavor, cranberry salad is sure to be a hit at your next holiday gathering.

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