Creamy Cran Raspberry Jello Salad
Bursting with festive flavors and a luscious, creamy texture, this Creamy Cran Raspberry Jello Salad is a show-stopping dessert salad perfect for holidays and gatherings. Crafted with raspberry gelatin, whole berry cranberry sauce, and sweet crushed pineapple, this dish strikes the perfect balance between tart and sweet. Folded with fresh or thawed raspberries and topped with a velvety blend of cream cheese, sour cream, and a hint of vanilla, this layered creation is both refreshing and indulgent. Easy to prepare with no baking required, this make-ahead recipe is ideal for entertaining, saving you time while wowing your guests with its vibrant colors and zesty flavor. Serve it chilled and garnish with extra raspberries or mint for a stunning presentation that will steal the spotlight at any meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 ounces Raspberry gelatin mix
- 2 cups Boiling water
- 1 cup Cold water
- 1 can Cranberry sauce (whole berry)
- 8 ounces Crushed pineapple (undrained)
- 1 cup Raspberries (fresh or frozen, thawed)
- 8 ounces Cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup Sour cream
- 0.5 cup Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
Instructions
Bring 2 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan.
In a large mixing bowl, dissolve the raspberry gelatin mix in the boiling water. Stir until fully dissolved.
Add 1 cup of cold water to the gelatin mixture and stir well.
Stir in the cranberry sauce and undrained crushed pineapple until thoroughly combined.
Gently fold in the raspberries. Cover and refrigerate the mixture for about 1-2 hours, or until it starts to thicken but is not fully set.
Meanwhile, prepare the creamy topping. In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese using a hand mixer until smooth and fluffy.
Add the sour cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract to the cream cheese. Blend until fully combined and creamy.
Once the gelatin mixture has thickened, pour or spread the creamy topping over it evenly.
Cover the dish and return it to the refrigerator for an additional 4-6 hours, or until the salad is fully set.
Serve chilled. Garnish with additional fresh raspberries or a sprig of mint, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3006 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 127.6 g | 164% | |
| Saturated Fat | 78.4 g | 392% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 366 mg | 122% | |
| Sodium | 1558 mg | 68% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 462.2 g | 168% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.5 g | 73% | |
| Total Sugars | 420.0 g | ||
| Protein | 40.7 g | 81% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 658 mg | 51% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 970 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.
