Cranberry Surprise Salad
Brighten up your holiday table with this irresistible Cranberry Surprise Salad, a delightful mix of tart, sweet, and creamy flavors that’s sure to impress! Featuring finely chopped fresh cranberries sweetened to perfection, juicy crushed pineapple, fluffy mini marshmallows, and the satisfying crunch of pecans, this no-cook recipe is a textural masterpiece. Folded into a luscious homemade whipped cream with a hint of vanilla, this chilled salad works as both a festive side dish and a light, refreshing dessert. Ready in just 20 minutes of prep time, it’s the perfect make-ahead dish for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any special gathering. Serve it cold and watch as its vibrant flavors and creamy texture become a new crowd favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces fresh cranberries
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 8 ounces crushed pineapple (drained)
- 2 cups mini marshmallows
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Rinse the cranberries thoroughly and pat them dry.
In a food processor, pulse the cranberries until they are finely chopped (but not pureed).
Transfer the chopped cranberries to a medium-sized bowl and stir in the granulated sugar. Mix well, cover, and let sit in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour or overnight. This helps to sweeten and soften the cranberries.
Drain the crushed pineapple well and add it to the cranberry mixture. Stir in the mini marshmallows and chopped pecans until evenly combined.
In a chilled mixing bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream using a hand mixer or stand mixer until soft peaks form.
Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract to the whipped cream and continue whipping until firm peaks form.
Gently fold the whipped cream into the cranberry-pineapple mixture until uniformly combined.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled as a refreshing side dish or dessert at your next gathering!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3044 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 162.1 g | 208% | |
| Saturated Fat | 55.2 g | 276% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 240 mg | 80% | |
| Sodium | 169 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 394.3 g | 143% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.6 g | 91% | |
| Total Sugars | 324.3 g | ||
| Protein | 12.7 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 136 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 968 mg | 21% | |
*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.
