Pink Perfection Cranberry Salad
Elevate your holiday menu with Pink Perfection Cranberry Salad, a creamy, fruity masterpiece that combines the tartness of fresh cranberries with the sweetness of crushed pineapple and mini marshmallows. Lightly sweetened whipped cream, infused with a hint of vanilla, adds an airy, velvety layer to this crowd-pleasing dish, while optional chopped walnuts bring a delightful crunch. This no-cook, make-ahead recipe is perfect as a festive side dish or a unique dessert, bursting with vibrant color and flavor. Ready in just 25 minutes of prep time, it’s a show-stopping addition to your table that’s sure to impress guests at any gathering.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh cranberries
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup crushed pineapple (drained)
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup walnuts (chopped, optional)
Instructions
Rinse the fresh cranberries under cold water and pat them dry.
Using a food processor, pulse the cranberries until they are finely chopped. Be careful not to puree them.
Transfer the chopped cranberries to a mixing bowl and stir in the granulated sugar. Cover the bowl and let the mixture sit in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or overnight. This will help soften the cranberries and release their juices.
After the cranberries have rested, drain off any excess liquid and return the sweetened cranberries to the mixing bowl.
Add the drained crushed pineapple and mini marshmallows to the cranberries. If using walnuts, stir them in at this stage as well.
In a separate chilled mixing bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream using a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium-high speed until soft peaks form.
Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract to the whipped cream, then continue beating until stiff peaks form.
Gently fold the whipped cream into the cranberry mixture until fully combined, ensuring the mixture is light and airy.
Transfer the Pink Perfection Cranberry Salad to a serving dish, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled and enjoy this creamy, fruity salad as a colorful side dish or dessert at your next gathering.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2516 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 120.6 g | 155% | |
| Saturated Fat | 52.0 g | 260% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 240 mg | 80% | |
| Sodium | 130 mg | 6% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 350.3 g | 127% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.2 g | 76% | |
| Total Sugars | 294.4 g | ||
| Protein | 12.6 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 103 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 819 mg | 17% | |
*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.
