Cranberry Pineapple Holiday Jell-O Salad
Every Thanksgiving, I like to serve something colorful and nostalgic—and this Cranberry Pineapple Jell-O Salad fits the bill perfectly! It’s a bright, fruity side that brings a lovely pop of sweetness to the holiday table. The blend of cherry gelatin, tangy cranberries, and juicy pineapple creates a refreshing flavor everyone asks for year after year.
Ingredients
- 2 cups boiling water
- 2 (3-ounce) boxes cherry-flavored gelatin (regular or sugar-free)
- 1 (15- to 16-ounce) can jellied cranberry sauce
- 1 (20-ounce) can crushed pineapple, well-drained
- ½ cup finely chopped pecans or walnuts (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the gelatin: In a large mixing bowl, pour boiling water over the gelatin mix. Stir until completely dissolved, about 2 minutes.
- Add the fruit mixture: Stir in the cranberry sauce until smooth, then fold in the drained crushed pineapple.
- Set the salad: Pour the mixture into a glass serving bowl or individual dessert dishes.
- Top it off: Sprinkle chopped pecans (or your favorite nuts) over the top for a bit of crunch.
- Chill and serve: Refrigerate until fully set—about 3 hours for small dishes or 4 hours (or overnight) if making one large bowl.
