Irresistible Cranberry Fluff Salad for Your Holiday Table

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This delightful Cranberry Fluff salad is a colorful and gluten-free addition to your holiday table, balancing sweet and tart flavors.

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Prep Time 15

Chilling Time 4

Total Time 4 15

Servings: 8 servings

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Salad

2 cups Fresh or thawed cranberries Provide tartness
1 can Crushed pineapple Drain well
2 cups Mini marshmallows Adds sweetness and texture
1 cup Chopped pecans Can substitute with walnuts or almonds
1/2 cup Powdered sugar Adjust to your preference
8 oz Cream cheese Should be at room temperature
8 oz Cool Whip Fully thawed for fluffiness

For Optional Toppings

1/2 cup Fresh cranberries For garnish
1 cup Additional whipped topping For serving
1/2 cup Chopped nuts For extra crunch
1/4 cup Fresh herbs Like mint for garnish

Equipment

Food Processor
Mixing bowls
Electric Mixer
Spatula

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Pulse the cranberries in a food processor until coarsely chopped.
In a bowl, combine cranberries, pineapple, and powdered sugar. Mix well.
Beat the cream cheese until smooth with an electric mixer.
Fold in the Cool Whip gently until fully combined.
Combine the cranberry-pineapple mixture with the cream cheese mixture.
Fold in marshmallows and pecans evenly throughout.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Serve in a festive bowl with optional toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 70mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 22gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

This salad is best enjoyed chilled. Adjust sweetness to your taste as cranberries can vary.

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