Cranberry Apple Gelatin Mold
Brighten up your holiday table with this stunning Cranberry Apple Gelatin Mold, a retro-inspired recipe that’s as festive as it is flavorful. Featuring a vibrant blend of cranberry-flavored gelatin, whole-berry cranberry sauce, and a medley of fresh fruits like crisp apples and sweet crushed pineapple, this no-bake dessert is a perfect balance of tart and sweet. The optional addition of chopped walnuts adds a satisfying crunch, making every bite irresistibly textured. Prepared in just 20 minutes before chilling to perfection, this molded treat is easy to assemble and makes an elegant centerpiece for any occasion. Whether served as a refreshing holiday appetizer or a nostalgic dessert, this eye-catching gelatin mold is sure to impress your guests.
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Ingredients
- 6 ounces cranberry-flavored gelatin mix
- 2 cups boiling water
- 1 cup cold water
- 1 cup whole-berry cranberry sauce
- 1 medium apple, finely chopped
- 1 cup crushed pineapple (drained)
- 0.5 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Directions
Step 1
In a medium mixing bowl, dissolve the cranberry-flavored gelatin mix in 2 cups of boiling water, stirring until completely dissolved.
Step 2
Stir in 1 cup of cold water and mix well.
Step 3
Add the whole-berry cranberry sauce to the gelatin mixture and stir until fully combined.
Step 4
Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature, but do not let it set.
Step 5
Fold in the chopped apple, crushed pineapple, and chopped walnuts (if using). Mix gently until evenly distributed.
Step 6
Lightly grease a 6-cup gelatin mold or bundt pan with a thin layer of neutral oil to help with unmolding later.
Step 7
Pour the gelatin mixture into the prepared mold, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Step 8
Refrigerate the mold for at least 4 hours or until fully set.
Step 9
To unmold, dip the bottom of the mold into warm water for 10-15 seconds, then invert it onto a serving plate.
Step 10
Serve chilled as a delightful dessert or holiday appetizer.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1455g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 986.4 |
| Total Fat 40.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.1g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 17.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 162.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 132.6g | |
| Protein 11.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 103.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 756.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories