Debbie's Cranberry Gelatin Mold

Brighten up your holiday table with Debbie's Cranberry Gelatin Mold, a nostalgic and festive side dish that’s as delicious as it is eye-catching. This easy-to-make recipe combines tart cranberry sauce, sweet crushed pineapple, and a hint of zesty orange in a perfectly jiggly gelatin base made with cherry or raspberry-flavored mix. The addition of chopped pecans or walnuts gives it a delightful crunch, making every bite a textural delight. With just 15 minutes of prep time before chilling to set, this make-ahead dish is a stress-free choice for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any celebratory gathering. Serve it straight from a decorative mold or dish it out elegantly on a serving platter—either way, it’s guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:255 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 14 oz cranberry sauce
• 3 oz gelatin mix (cherry or raspberry flavor)
• 1 cup boiling water
• 1 cup cold water
• 8 oz crushed pineapple (canned, drained)
• 0.5 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
• 1 tsp orange zest

Directions

Step 1

In a large heatproof mixing bowl, dissolve the gelatin mix in 1 cup of boiling water. Stir thoroughly until completely dissolved, about 2 minutes.

Step 2

Add 1 cup of cold water to the gelatin mixture and stir to combine.

Step 3

Stir in the cranberry sauce until well mixed and the sauce is broken up into small pieces.

Step 4

Fold in the drained crushed pineapple, chopped pecans or walnuts, and orange zest. Mix gently to evenly distribute the ingredients.

Step 5

Pour the mixture into a gelatin mold or a decorative serving dish.

Step 6

Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until the gelatin is fully set and firm.

Step 7

To serve, unmold the gelatin onto a serving platter by running a thin knife around the edges and dipping the mold briefly in warm water before inverting it onto the platter. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1243.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1186.2

Total Fat 40.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 98.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 213.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.3g	0%
Total Sugars 197.4g
Protein 9.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 93.0mg	0%
Iron 2.4mg	0%
Potassium 537.4mg	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: 29.1%

Protein: 3.0%

Carbs: 67.9%