Christmas Cranberry Salad

Prep Time 20 mins

Rest Time 9 hrs

Total Time 9 hrs 20 mins

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year, Christmas

Description

This festive cranberry salad is a creamy and refreshing treat, perfect for holiday celebrations. Serve it chilled or frozen for a delightful dessert or side dish.

Ingredients

1 pound fresh cranberries, finely chopped
2 cups granulated sugar
1 can crushed pineapple, drained
1 package miniature marshmallows (16-ounce)
1 cup chopped pecans (optional)
1 pint heavy cream, whipped to soft peaks

Instructions

1
Step 1In a bowl, combine the chopped cranberries and sugar, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight.
2
Step 2The next day, whip the heavy cream in a chilled bowl with an electric mixer until soft peaks form.
3
Step 3Remove the cranberries from the refrigerator. Gently mix in the drained pineapple, marshmallows, and pecans (if using).
4
Step 4Fold in the whipped cream until the mixture is fully combined and smooth.
5
Step 5Transfer the mixture to a 3-quart serving dish. Cover and refrigerate or freeze for at least 1 hour before serving.
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Step 6Serve chilled or frozen and enjoy the creamy, fruity goodness!

Tips

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For a nut-free version, omit the pecans.

You can use pre-whipped topping as a shortcut if desired.

Garnish with a sprinkle of chopped pecans or fresh cranberries for added flair.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 444kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 22g34%
Saturated Fat 14g70%
Cholesterol 67mg23%
Sodium 19mg1%
Potassium 141mg5%
Total Carbohydrate 64g22%
Dietary Fiber 2g8%
Sugars 59g
Protein 2g4%

Vitamin C 11 mg
Calcium 49 mg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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Samantha Doe

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