Best 6 Moms Thanksgiving Cranberry Jello Mold Recipes

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Thanksgiving is a time for family, friends, and food. And what would Thanksgiving dinner be without a classic cranberry jello mold? This festive dish is a staple at many holiday tables, and it's easy to see why. It's simple to make, it's always a hit with guests, and it's a beautiful addition to any table setting. If you're looking for the best recipe for mom's Thanksgiving cranberry jello mold, you've come to the right place. We've gathered the best recipes from around the web, so you can find the perfect one for your family.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MOM'S THANKSGIVING CRANBERRY JELLO MOLD



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A MUST for us! A neighbor in Omaha had given this to my Mom in the early'60's and she has made it every Thanksgiving since. Now I make the holiday, so I make the mold! It's very easy. Keep in mind that this has walnuts just in case you have guests who are allergic to nuts. Enjoy! *You can make this 2 days before serving so I will make it on the Tuesday before Thanksgiving and keep it in the mold in the refrigerator and just unmold it before serving.

Provided by Oolala

Categories     Gelatin

Time 1h20m

Yield 3 cup mold, 12-15 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (16 ounce) can whole berry cranberry sauce
2 (3 ounce) packages Jello gelatin, black cherry flavor
2 cups water, hot
1 cup water, cold
2 medium red apples, peeled, finely chopped
1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
parsley sprig, for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, dissolve the packages of jello in the hot water.
  • Add the cold water and the cranberry sauce. Blend well and chill.
  • Before mixture sets, add apples, celery and nuts and mix well.
  • Pour into a jello 3 cup mold sprayed lightly with a vegetable oil.
  • Chill until it sets and invert on a plate when ready to serve. You can garnish with parsley sprigs.

MOM G'S CRANBERRY JELL-O® SALAD



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A delicious alternative to cranberry relish. A colorful addition to the holiday table!

Provided by chefdeb

Categories     Salad     Fruit Salad Recipes     Cranberry Salad Recipes

Time 4h35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 (3 ounce) packages lemon-flavored gelatin mix (such as Jell-O®)
1 ½ cups boiling water
2 cups cold water
1 (12 ounce) package fresh cranberries
1 cup white sugar
1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
¾ cup chopped celery
½ cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Dissolve lemon gelatin in boiling water in a bowl; stir in cold water. Chill in refrigerator until partially thickened, 30 to 40 minutes.
  • Chop cranberries in a food processor and mix sugar into cranberries, pulsing once or twice to combine. Let cranberry mixture stand a few minutes to let sugar dissolve. Stir cranberry mixture, pineapple, celery, and walnuts into gelatin. Pour into a gelatin mold or serving dish. Refrigerate until fully set, about 4 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260.1 calories, Carbohydrate 54.3 g, Fat 4.9 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 127.9 mg, Sugar 49.5 g

CRANBERRY JELL-O MOLD



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"With a heavy meal, this cool refreshing salad with tart cranberry flavor is a welcome side dish," jobs Jane Walker of Dewey, Arizona. "Plus, it has an eye-catching rosy color that brightens any festive meal."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 10m

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 package (6 ounces) strawberry or 6 ounces lemon gelatin
3 cups boiling water
1 can (14 ounces) whole-berry cranberry sauce
1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained
1 cup chopped pecans
Sour cream, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, dissolve gelatin in water. Stir in cranberry sauce and pineapple. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour or until slightly thickened. Stir in nuts. Pour into a 1-1/2-qt. gelatin mold coated with cooking spray. Refrigerate until set. Unmold onto a serving platter. Serve with sour cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 222 calories, Fat 9g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 49mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

MOM'S CRANBERRY JELL-O® SALAD



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Mom made this for every holiday dinner. It goes great with turkey, of course, but also with roast beef or pork.

Provided by DonnaFloyd

Categories     Salad     Fruit Salad Recipes     Cranberry Salad Recipes

Time 8h10m

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups hot water
1 (14 ounce) can crushed pineapple
1 (6 ounce) package strawberry-flavored gelatin mix (such as Jell-O®)
1 cup white sugar
2 cups cranberries
1 ½ cups chopped celery
1 cup chopped walnuts
1 orange - zested, peeled, and chopped
1 apple, chopped

Steps:

  • Blend water, pineapple, gelatin, and sugar together in a blender for 15 seconds. Add cranberries and blend an additional 15 seconds.
  • Stir celery, walnuts, chopped orange, apple, and orange zest together in a large bowl. Pour blended pineapple mixture into celery mixture and stir until completely combined. Transfer mixture to a serving bowl, cover the bowl with plastic wrap, and refrigerate until set, 8 hours to overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 175.7 calories, Carbohydrate 32.4 g, Fat 5.2 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 57.5 mg, Sugar 29.5 g

NANNY'S CRANBERRY MOLD



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Adapted from Anne Quatrano's Summerland: Recipes for Celebrating With Southern Hospitality (Rizzoli).

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dinner Recipes     Dinner Side Dishes

Time 8h30m

Number Of Ingredients 7

Vegetable oil, for mold
1 1/2 pounds fresh or thawed frozen cranberries
1 cup sugar
1 tablespoon finely grated orange zest
1 cup fresh orange juice (from 3 to 4 oranges), strained
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon unflavored powdered gelatin (from two 1/4-ounce envelopes)

Steps:

  • Lightly oil a 1-quart nonreactive mold or a few smaller molds. Combine cranberries, sugar, zest, orange juice, lemon juice, and 1 cup water in a large saucepan over high heat and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium and cook, stirring occasionally, until cranberries burst and are completely softened, 12 to 15 minutes. Pass mixture through a fine sieve into a bowl, gently pressing on solids (pressing too hard will make the mixture cloudy). Skim any foam from surface; cover to keep warm.
  • Sprinkle gelatin over 1/2 cup water in a bowl; let soften 1 minute. Stir gelatin mixture into warm cranberry mixture until gelatin is completely dissolved. Pour mixture into mold and refrigerate until set, at least 8 hours.
  • Dip top of mold into a bowl of hot water 30 seconds, then run a paring knife around edge to loosen. Place a serving platter on bottom of mold; quickly invert platter and mold together. Tap to release; remove mold. (If gelatin doesnâ??t release easily, return to hot water for a few seconds.)

CRANBERRY FRUIT MOLD



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This special gelatin salad takes the place of ordinary cranberry sauce on my Thanksgiving table. Grapes and mandarin oranges make it deliciously different. -Kristy Duncan, Southfield, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 10-12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 package (3 ounces) cranberry gelatin
1 package (3 ounces) raspberry gelatin
1 cup boiling water
1-1/2 cups ginger ale, chilled
2 cups halved seedless red or green grapes
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained

Steps:

  • In a bowl, dissolve gelatins in boiling water. Gently stir in ginger ale. Refrigerate until slightly thickened, about 1-1/2 hours. Stir in grapes and oranges. Transfer to a 5-cup mold coated with cooking spray. Cover and refrigerate until firm. Invert onto a serving plate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 97 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 36mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Tips:

  • Use fresh cranberries: Fresh cranberries have a brighter flavor and hold their shape better than frozen cranberries. If you must use frozen cranberries, thaw them completely before using.
  • Don't overcook the cranberries: Overcooked cranberries will become mushy and lose their flavor. Cook them just until they pop.
  • Use a good quality cranberry juice: The quality of the cranberry juice you use will affect the flavor of the Jell-O mold. Use a 100% cranberry juice that is unsweetened or lightly sweetened.
  • Add some orange or lemon zest: Orange or lemon zest will add a bright, citrusy flavor to the Jell-O mold. Add it to the cranberry mixture before cooking.
  • Let the Jell-O mold chill completely before serving: The Jell-O mold needs to chill for at least 4 hours, or overnight, before serving. This will give it time to set properly.

Conclusion:

This classic Thanksgiving cranberry Jell-O mold is a delicious and festive dish that is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. With its bright red color and tart, sweet flavor, it's the perfect way to add a touch of holiday cheer to your Thanksgiving table.

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