Cranberry Apple Jello Salad

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🍓🍏 Cranberry Apple Jello Salad 🍏🍓

✨ Introduction

Cranberry Apple Jello Salad is a classic Southern-style dessert that’s both sweet and tart, cool and refreshing, and perfect for holidays or family gatherings. It’s one of those nostalgic dishes that brings back memories of potlucks, Thanksgiving tables, and Grandma’s kitchen. The combination of jello, cranberry sauce, and crisp apples makes it a vibrant and delicious treat that everyone loves.

This salad is easy to make, requires no baking, and is a beautiful addition to any meal—especially during the fall and winter seasons.

🥣 Ingredients

  • 1 (6 oz) box raspberry or cherry Jello
  • 2 cups boiling water
  • 1 (14 oz) can whole berry cranberry sauce
  • 1 cup chopped apples (peeled or unpeeled)
  • Optional add-ins:
    • 1 cup crushed pineapple (drained)
    • 1 cup mini marshmallows
    • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
    • 1/2 cup whipped topping

🧑‍🍳 Instructions

Step 1: Dissolve the Jello

  1. In a large bowl, pour 2 cups boiling water over the 6 oz Jello.
  2. Stir well until the gelatin is completely dissolved.

Step 2: Add Cranberry Sauce

  1. Add the whole berry cranberry sauce into the dissolved jello.
  2. Stir until everything is smooth and combined.

Step 3: Add Apples

  1. Fold in the chopped apples.

Step 4: Chill

  1. Pour the mixture into a serving dish or mold.
  2. Cover and refrigerate for 4–6 hours or until fully set.

Step 5: Serve

  1. Slice and serve chilled.
  2. Optional: Add whipped topping or extra fruit on top for garnish.

🧪 Methods

This recipe uses the “no-bake gelatin set” method, which is simple and quick:

  • Dissolve Jello in boiling water
  • Mix in fruit + cranberry sauce
  • Chill until firm
  • Serve cold

This method is perfect for hot weather or when you need a quick dessert that still looks fancy.

📜 History

Jello salads became popular in the 1950s and 1960s, especially in the Southern United States. They were a favorite because they were:

  • Easy to make
  • Colorful and festive
  • A fun way to serve fruit
  • Perfect for potlucks and holiday dinners

The combination of cranberry and apple is a classic fall flavor, and adding jello gives it a unique, nostalgic twist.

🧱 Formation

The salad is formed in a mold or bowl, allowing it to set and become firm.
When chilled, the jello mixture holds together and can be sliced or scooped easily, making it ideal for:

  • Buffet tables
  • Holiday gatherings
  • Picnic desserts

💬 Conclusion

Cranberry Apple Jello Salad is a simple yet delicious dessert that brings a perfect balance of sweet, tart, and fruity flavors. It’s a true classic that is easy to make, visually beautiful, and always a crowd favorite. Whether for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or just because—you’ll love how this salad brings color and flavor to the table.

❤️ Lovers (Who Will Love This Recipe)

This recipe is perfect for:

  • Jello salad lovers
  • Cranberry fans
  • Apple dessert lovers
  • People who love nostalgic recipes
  • Anyone looking for a quick, no-bake dessert
  • Potluck and holiday hosts

If you want, I can also give you: ✅ a video-style version
✅ a shorter version for Instagram
✅ a healthier version (less sugar)
✅ a with-pineapple version

Just tell me which one you want!

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