Cranberry Mousse Salad
Delight your taste buds with the perfect balance of tangy and sweet in this Cranberry Mousse Salad—a show-stopping dessert salad that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. Featuring fresh or frozen cranberries simmered with sugar until they burst with flavor, this dish is elevated with the creamy richness of whipped heavy cream and cream cheese. Juicy crushed pineapple adds a tropical twist, while mini marshmallows lend a nostalgic, airy texture. Optional chopped pecans or walnuts bring a satisfying crunch, giving this mousse its irresistible complexity. Perfect for holiday gatherings or potlucks, this no-bake recipe is easy to prepare in just 20 minutes, with minimal cooking time. Serve it chilled in a glass bowl to showcase its stunning layers, and enjoy the creamy, fruity, and festive flair of this crowd-pleasing dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces Fresh or frozen cranberries
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 can (20 ounces) Crushed pineapple (drained)
- 2 cups Marshmallows (mini)
- 1 cup Heavy whipping cream
- 8 ounces Cream cheese
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup Chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Instructions
Rinse the cranberries and place them in a medium saucepan with 1 cup of granulated sugar. Cook over medium heat while stirring occasionally until the cranberries burst and begin to thicken, about 8-10 minutes. Set aside to cool completely.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Set it aside.
Using an electric hand mixer or stand mixer, whip the heavy cream on high speed until soft peaks form, which should take about 3-4 minutes. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese until fully incorporated.
Once the cranberry mixture is cool, fold it into the cream cheese and whipped cream mixture.
Stir in the drained crushed pineapple and mini marshmallows. If using, add the chopped pecans or walnuts for some added crunch.
Add the vanilla extract and gently mix until all ingredients are evenly combined.
Transfer the mixture to a serving dish or a clear glass bowl for an elegant presentation. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, to let the flavors meld together and the salad set to a mousse-like consistency.
Serve chilled. Garnish with additional cranberries, chopped nuts, or a dollop of whipped cream if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3555 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 198.8 g | 255% | |
| Saturated Fat | 97.4 g | 487% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 469 mg | 156% | |
| Sodium | 883 mg | 38% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 424.9 g | 155% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.8 g | 89% | |
| Total Sugars | 350.8 g | ||
| Protein | 25.6 g | 51% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 358 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 1370 mg | 29% | |
*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.
