Souder Family Cranberry Jello Salad

Brighten up your holiday table with the Souder Family Cranberry Jello Salad, a timeless classic that combines sweet, tangy, and nutty flavors in one refreshing dish. This festive recipe balances the tartness of whole berry cranberry sauce and cranberry-flavored gelatin with the natural sweetness of crushed pineapple, while crunchy chopped pecans add a delightful texture. Perfectly set in a 9x13-inch dish or a decorative mold, this chilled salad is as stunning as it is delicious. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep time and easily customizable with a dollop of whipped cream or Cool Whip, it’s the ideal make-ahead side dish for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any special occasion. Give your guests a taste of tradition with this vibrant and easy-to-make cranberry jello salad!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 6 ounces cranberry-flavored gelatin mix
• 2 cups boiling water
• 1 cup cold water
• 14 ounces cranberry sauce (whole berry)
• 8 ounces crushed pineapple (drained)
• 1 cup chopped pecans
• 1 cup whipped cream or Cool Whip (optional, for topping)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, dissolve the cranberry-flavored gelatin mix in the boiling water. Stir for about 2 minutes until completely dissolved.

Step 2

Add the cold water and stir to combine.

Step 3

Stir in the whole berry cranberry sauce, ensuring it breaks up and mixes evenly with the gelatin.

Step 4

Fold in the drained crushed pineapple and chopped pecans, distributing them evenly throughout the mixture.

Step 5

Pour the mixture into a 9x13-inch glass dish or a large decorative serving mold.

Step 6

Refrigerate for at least 4-6 hours or until the salad is fully set.

Step 7

If desired, serve with a dollop of whipped cream or Cool Whip on top for an extra creamy touch.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1617.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2475.1

Total Fat 168.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 62.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 315.5mg	0%
Sodium 202.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 254.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.4g	0%
Total Sugars 233.4g
Protein 20.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 285.5mg	0%
Iron 4.2mg	0%
Potassium 948.0mg	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: 58.0%

Protein: 3.1%

Carbs: 38.9%