Cranberry Squares Recipe

Name: Cranberry Squares
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 (3 ounce) packagesraspberry gelatin; 2 cups boiling water; 12 ounces fresh cranberries or 12 ounces frozen cranberries; ⅔ cup orange juice; 2 cups granulated sugar; 20 ounces crushed pineapple in juice; 1 teaspoon grated orange peel (optional); 3 ounces cream cheese, softened; 1 cup whipping cream; 1 cup miniature marshmallow

Servings: persons

1
Dissolve gelatin in large bowl and set aside.
2
Combine 1/2 of the cranberries and 1/3 cup orange juice in blender or food processor.
3
Cover and blend at high speed until well chopped (1-2 minutes).
4
Repeat with remaining cranberries and orange juice.
5
Stir cranberry mixture and sugar, pineapple in juice, and orange peel (optional) into gelatin mixture.
6
Pour into ungreased 9x13 pan.
7
Cover and refrigerate until set (6 hours or overnight).
8
Once jello is set, mix together topping ingredients.
9
Spread evenly over the top and refrigerate for at least one hour to set.

1816

kcal

Calories

149

Fat

126

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 (3 ounce) packagesraspberry gelatin, 2 cups boiling water, 12 ounces fresh cranberries or 12 ounces frozen cranberries, ⅔ cup orange juice, and more.

Yes, Cranberry Squares falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Cranberry Squares

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