This easy homemade cranberry Jell-O salad is a delightful side dish that combines the tartness of cranberries with the sweetness of Jell-O. Made with just a few simple ingredients, this colorful salad is perfect for holiday gatherings or any special occasion. It's refreshing, creamy, and bursting with flavor. Serve it chilled and watch it disappear!
Ingredients
- 1 package (6 ounces) strawberry Jell-O
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 cup cold water
- 1 can (14 ounces) whole cranberry sauce
- 1 can (8 1/4 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained
- 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- 1 cup sour cream
Directions
- Dissolve the strawberry Jell-O in boiling water in a large bowl. Stir until completely dissolved.
- Add cold water to the Jell-O mixture and stir well.
- In a separate bowl, mash the cranberry sauce with a fork.
- Add the mashed cranberry sauce, crushed pineapple, chopped nuts, and sour cream to the Jell-O mixture. Stir until well combined.
- Pour the mixture into a decorative mold or a 9x9-inch square dish.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until fully set.
- Once set, remove from the mold (if using) and serve chilled.
