Layered Cranberry Dessert Recipe

Name: Layered Cranberry Dessert
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 packages (3 ounces each) cranberry gelatin; 1-1/2 cups boiling water; 1 can (14 ounces) whole-berry cranberry sauce; 1-1/2 cups cold water; 1-1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs; 1/2 cup sugar, divided; 1/2 cup butter, melted; 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened; 1 carton (16 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed, divided; 1 can (15 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained

Servings: persons

2 packages (3 ounces each) cranberry gelatin
1-1/2 cups boiling water
1 can (14 ounces) whole-berry cranberry sauce
1-1/2 cups cold water
1-1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/2 cup sugar, divided
1/2 cup butter, melted
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 carton (16 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed, divided
1 can (15 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained

1
In a large bowl, dissolve gelatin in boiling water. Stir in cranberry sauce and cold water until blended. Refrigerate for 45 minutes or until partially set.
2
Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar and butter. Press into an ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. dish. Refrigerate until set.
3
In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and remaining sugar until smooth. Fold in half of the whipped topping. Spread filling over crust.
4
Fold oranges into gelatin mixture; spoon over cream cheese layer. Refrigerate for 4 hours or until firm. Cut into squares; dollop with remaining whipped topping.

780

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 packages (3 ounces each) cranberry gelatin, 1-1/2 cups boiling water, 1 can (14 ounces) whole-berry cranberry sauce, 1-1/2 cups cold water, and more.

Yes, Layered Cranberry Dessert falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Layered Cranberry Dessert

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