Cranberry Jello Salad | The Recipe Critic

Cranberry Jello Salad is the best combination of tart, tangy, and sweet! It’s similar to cranberry sauce but a little sweeter from the jello with undertones of orange and pineapple. Add it to your holiday spread and watch it disappear!

What’s in Cranberry Jello Salad?

You’ll only need six simple ingredients for this cranberry jello salad recipe. They come together to make something delicious. Check out the recipe card at the bottom of the post for all of the exact measurements.

• Cranberry Jello: You’ll need two (3-ounce) packages of cranberry flavored gelatin. It’s the perfect base to add flavor to the salad while holding everything together.
• Boiling Water: Dissolves the jello powder.
• Can Cranberry Sauce: Whole berry cranberry sauce will give this dish plenty of texture. It will also really make the cranberry flavor shine through.
• Can Crushed Pineapple: Use canned crushed pineapple for sweet-tart flavor and to ensure that your Jell-O salad sets properly.
• Citrus Zest: A combination of orange and lemon zest will really make the flavors pop!

How to Make Cranberry Jell-O Salad

Cranberry jello salad comes together in just two simple steps. All you need is 5 minutes of prep and time to let it set. This fruity, festive dessert or side dish will be so beautiful at your next Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner.

1. Mix: Add the jello and boiling water to a large bowl and mix until the jello is completely dissolved.
2. Stir and Chill: Stir in whole cranberry sauce, crushed pineapple, and orange and lemon zest. Pour the mixture into a large serving bowl. Cover and chill in the fridge for at least 4 hours before serving.

More Cranberry Recipes for the Holidays

Cranberry is the fruit of the season! From sweet to savory, I absolutely love cranberry recipes this time of year. Not only do they look bright and festive, but they have a wonderful sweet, tart, tangy flavor!