Best 2 Layered Cranberry Salad Recipes

Layered cranberry salad, a delightful blend of sweet and tangy flavors, is a dessert that brings a festive and refreshing touch to any occasion. With its vibrant layers of cranberries, crushed pineapple, walnuts, and whipped cream, this classic dish is a staple at potlucks, family gatherings, and holiday meals. The combination of creamy, crunchy, and fruity textures makes it a crowd-pleasing favorite. Whether you prefer a traditional cranberry salad or a variation with a unique twist, there are numerous recipes to suit your taste and dietary preferences.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

LAYERED CRANBERRY GELATIN SALAD

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Light and tangy, this gelatin is guaranteed to please. Kids go crazy for the marshmallow-cream cheese layer on top. -Irma Senner, Dixmont, Maine

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

CRANBERRY LAYER:
1 package (3 ounces) cranberry or raspberry gelatin
1 cup boiling water
1 can (14 ounces) whole-berry cranberry sauce
LEMON LAYER:
1 package (3 ounces) lemon gelatin
1 cup boiling water
3 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped
1 cup miniature marshmallows
2 tablespoons chopped pecans

Steps:

In a small bowl, dissolve cranberry gelatin in boiling water; stir in cranberry sauce until blended. Transfer to an 8-in. square dish. Refrigerate until set., In another bowl, dissolve lemon gelatin in boiling water. Beat cream cheese and mayonnaise until smooth; stir into the lemon gelatin with the pineapple. Refrigerate until slightly thickened, about 2 hours., Fold the cream, marshmallows and pecans into cream cheese mixture. Spread over cranberry layer. Refrigerate for 4 hours or until set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 239 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 100mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

LAYERED CRANBERRY SALAD

Layered Cranberry Salad image

An easy and colorful addition to your holiday table, our layered cranberry salad is made with cream cheese, cranberry sauce, crushed pineapple and whipped topping.

Provided by Deborah Harroun

Categories Side Dish

Time 15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
1 container (8 oz) frozen whipped topping, thawed
1 can (8 oz) crushed pineapple, drained
2 cans (14 oz each) whole berry cranberry sauce

Steps:

In medium bowl, beat cream cheese with electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy. Fold in whipped topping. Stir in pineapple.
Pour cranberry sauce into separate bowl; stir to break up any large chunks.
In each of 8 glass dishes, spoon cranberry sauce to cover bottom of dish. Spoon cream cheese mixture evenly over cranberry sauce. Top with remaining cranberry sauce. Serve or refrigerate.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

Tips:

Use fresh cranberries for the best flavor and texture. Frozen cranberries can also be used, but they should be thawed before adding them to the salad.
To make the salad ahead of time, prepare it up to 24 hours in advance and keep it refrigerated. When ready to serve, bring it to room temperature for about an hour before serving.
Garnish the salad with fresh mint or parsley for a pop of color and flavor.
If you don't have any orange zest on hand, you can use 1/2 teaspoon of orange extract instead.
This salad is also delicious served with a dollop of whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

Conclusion:

Layered Cranberry Salad is a classic holiday dish that is always a hit with guests. With its sweet and tangy flavors, and its festive appearance, it's the perfect dish to bring to any holiday gathering. So next time you're looking for a delicious and easy-to-make holiday dish, give this Layered Cranberry Salad a try. You won't be disappointed!