Fresh Cranberry Mold
Brighten up your holiday table with this vibrant and delicious Fresh Cranberry Mold—a classic, retro dessert that’s bursting with tangy-sweet flavors and festive cheer. Made with fresh cranberries simmered in a blend of orange juice, sugar, and zest, it features a zippy citrus base that’s perfectly balanced by the fruity sweetness of crushed pineapple. The addition of chopped walnuts adds a delightful crunch, while lemon gelatin ties everything together in a beautifully set mold. Perfect for Thanksgiving or Christmas gatherings, this make-ahead recipe is as easy as it is eye-catching. Serve it chilled as a refreshing side dish or an elegant dessert centerpiece, guaranteed to impress your guests.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces fresh cranberries
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.75 cup orange juice
- 0.5 cup water
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 3 ounces lemon gelatin (gelatin dessert powder)
- 8 ounces crushed pineapple, drained
- 0.5 cup chopped walnuts
Instructions
Rinse the cranberries under cold water and pick out any soft or blemished ones.
In a medium saucepan, combine the fresh cranberries, granulated sugar, orange juice, water, and orange zest.
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes, or until the cranberries have burst and the mixture thickens.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the mixture to cool slightly for about 5 minutes.
Stir in the lemon gelatin powder until it dissolves completely.
Let the mixture rest at room temperature to cool further for about 15-20 minutes.
Once the mixture is slightly thickened, gently fold in the drained crushed pineapple and chopped walnuts.
Pour the mixture into a decorative mold or a large serving dish and smooth the top with a spatula.
Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4-6 hours, or until completely set.
To unmold, dip the bottom of the mold in warm water for a few seconds. Invert the mold onto a serving plate and gently release.
Serve chilled and enjoy your festive Fresh Cranberry Mold!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1709 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.1 g | 51% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.5 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 330 mg | 14% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 342.1 g | 124% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.1 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 319.9 g | ||
| Protein | 20.7 g | 41% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 102 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 864 mg | 18% | |
*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.
