Cranberry Salad a K a Thanksgiving Pink Stuff
Brighten up your holiday table with this festive and nostalgic Cranberry Salad, also known as Thanksgiving Pink Stuff! This no-bake cranberry side dish combines the tartness of fresh cranberries with the tropical sweetness of crushed pineapple and the pillowy texture of mini marshmallows. A dollop of homemade whipped cream, lightly sweetened with powdered sugar and a touch of vanilla, gives this salad its signature fluffy and creamy consistency. Perfectly chilled and bursting with flavor, it’s an easy, make-ahead recipe that’s ideal for Thanksgiving or any special occasion. Whether served as a side dish or a dessert, this delightful pink-hued creation is sure to be a crowd-pleaser at your holiday feast!
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Ingredients
- 12 ounces fresh cranberries
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 8 ounces crushed pineapple (drained)
- 2 cups mini marshmallows
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions
Step 1
Rinse the cranberries under cold water and pat them dry. Use a food processor to pulse the cranberries until finely chopped, but not pureed.
Step 2
Transfer the chopped cranberries to a mixing bowl and stir in the granulated sugar. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or preferably overnight) to allow the flavors to blend.
Step 3
After the cranberries have chilled, drain any excess liquid that may have accumulated in the bowl.
Step 4
Stir the drained crushed pineapple and mini marshmallows into the cranberry mixture.
Step 5
In a separate mixing bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream using an electric mixer on medium-high speed until soft peaks form. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, then continue whipping until stiff peaks form.
Step 6
Gently fold the whipped cream into the cranberry mixture until fully combined and the salad takes on a fluffy consistency.
Step 7
Transfer the cranberry salad to a serving dish and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving. Serve cold.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1138.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2260.3 |
| Total Fat 80.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 48.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 240mg | 0% |
| Sodium 168.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 378.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 319.9g | |
| Protein 2.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 55.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 504.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories