Chunky Cream Cheese Cranberry Salad
Transform your holiday table with this vibrant and tangy Chunky Cream Cheese Cranberry Salad, a delightful combination of sweet, tart, and creamy textures. Featuring fresh cranberries sweetened to perfection, this no-cook recipe blends whipped cream cheese, crushed pineapple, mini marshmallows, and chopped pecans for a luscious, chunky dessert-style salad that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. With just 30 minutes of prep time and a short chill period, this make-ahead dish is perfect for festive gatherings or potlucks. The natural tartness of the cranberries is perfectly balanced with a hint of vanilla and the soft, velvety texture of cream cheese, making every spoonful irresistible. Serve it chilled as a refreshing side or a unique dessert and watch it disappear!
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Ingredients
- 12 ounces fresh cranberries
- 0.5 cups granulated sugar
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 0.5 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cups crushed pineapple, drained
- 1 cups mini marshmallows
- 0.5 cups pecans, chopped
Directions
Step 1
Rinse the fresh cranberries and pat them dry with a clean towel.
Step 2
Pulse the cranberries in a food processor until coarsely chopped. Be careful not to over-process them.
Step 3
Transfer the chopped cranberries to a mixing bowl and sprinkle the granulated sugar over them. Stir to coat evenly and let the mixture sit for 10-15 minutes to allow the cranberries to soften and release their juices.
Step 4
In a separate large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with a handheld or stand mixer until smooth and creamy.
Step 5
Add the heavy whipping cream and vanilla extract to the cream cheese and continue beating until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 6
Fold the drained crushed pineapple, mini marshmallows, and chopped pecans into the cream cheese mixture using a spatula.
Step 7
Gently fold the sweetened cranberries into the cream cheese mixture, ensuring all ingredients are evenly combined.
Step 8
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and the salad to chill properly.
Step 9
Before serving, give the salad a gentle stir and transfer it to a serving dish. Garnish with additional chopped pecans, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1147.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2469.7 |
| Total Fat 160.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 75.4g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 371.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 826.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 248.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 21.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 189.0g | |
| Protein 23.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 326.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1005.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories