Festive Cranberry Jello
Add a burst of holiday cheer to your table with this Festive Cranberry Jello, a delightful and colorful dessert that's as easy to make as it is to enjoy. Featuring a luscious blend of cranberry-flavored gelatin, tangy cranberry juice, and canned whole cranberry sauce, this recipe is packed with fruity goodness that screams festive flavor. Juicy crushed pineapple, crisp chopped apples, and optional nuts add layers of texture, making every bite irresistibly refreshing. Perfectly set in a decorative mold or glass trifle bowl, this no-bake dessert requires just 20 minutes of prep and is ready to impress after a few hours in the fridge. Whether served as a holiday centerpiece or a sweet side dish, this chilled treat is sure to be a crowd favorite at your next gathering.
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Ingredients
- 6 ounces Cranberry-flavored gelatin mix
- 2 cups Boiling water
- 1.5 cups Cold water
- 0.5 cups Cranberry juice
- 1 cup Canned whole cranberry sauce
- 1 cup Crushed pineapple (drained)
- 1 cup Chopped apples
- 0.5 cup Chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, dissolve the cranberry-flavored gelatin mix in 2 cups of boiling water. Stir thoroughly until the gelatin is completely dissolved (about 2 minutes).
Step 2
Add 1.5 cups of cold water and 0.5 cups of cranberry juice to the bowl. Stir until fully combined.
Step 3
Gently fold in the canned whole cranberry sauce, breaking it up with a fork or spoon to disperse it evenly throughout the mixture.
Step 4
Add the drained crushed pineapple, chopped apples, and chopped pecans or walnuts (if using). Stir until the mixture is well mixed and the ingredients are evenly distributed.
Step 5
Pour the mixture into a decorative serving dish, such as a glass trifle bowl or a festive mold.
Step 6
Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until fully set.
Step 7
Once set, optionally garnish with whipped cream or fresh cranberries before serving.
Step 8
Serve chilled and enjoy this festive treat!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1860.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1172.9 |
| Total Fat 41.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 3.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 146.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 207.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 16.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 174.2g | |
| Protein 11.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 117.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 868.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories