Cherry Cranberry Jello

Brighten up your dessert table with this festive and flavorful Cherry Cranberry Jello—a perfect mix of sweet, tangy, and refreshing! Made with cherry-flavored gelatin, cranberry juice, and a delightful blend of jellied cranberry sauce and optional fresh cherries, this vibrant treat combines easy preparation with crowd-pleasing results. The silky, jiggly texture is complemented by bursts of juicy cherries, while a dollop of whipped cream on top adds a luscious finishing touch. Ready in just minutes and perfect for serving in molds or decorative dishes, this no-bake dessert makes an eye-catching and delicious addition to any holiday gathering or casual get-together.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 6 ounces Cherry-flavored gelatin mix
• 2 cups Boiling water
• 1.5 cups Cold water
• 0.5 cups Cranberry juice
• 1 cup Canned cranberry sauce (jellied)
• 0.5 cups Chopped fresh cherries or maraschino cherries (optional)
• 0.5 cups Whipped cream (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large heatproof mixing bowl, add the cherry-flavored gelatin mix.

Step 2

Carefully pour 2 cups of boiling water into the bowl and stir for 2-3 minutes until the gelatin is completely dissolved.

Step 3

Add 1.5 cups of cold water and 0.5 cups of cranberry juice to the bowl, stirring to combine.

Step 4

Using a fork or whisk, break up the canned cranberry sauce into smaller pieces and gently fold it into the gelatin mixture until evenly distributed.

Step 5

If desired, stir in 0.5 cups of chopped fresh cherries or maraschino cherries for added texture and flavor.

Step 6

Transfer the mixture into a decorative serving dish, individual cups, or a gelatin mold.

Step 7

Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 4-6 hours or until the gelatin is fully set.

Step 8

Before serving, garnish with a dollop of whipped cream on top, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1600.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1510.7

Total Fat 40.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 27.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 118.3mg	0%
Sodium 716.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 280.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.3g	0%
Total Sugars 258.8g
Protein 17.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 125.0mg	0%
Iron 0.9mg	0%
Potassium 401.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 23.4%

Protein: 4.6%

Carbs: 72.0%