Thanksgiving Cranberry Delight Recipe

Name: Thanksgiving Cranberry Delight
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (20 oz.) can crushed pineapple (juice drained and reserved); 1 c. water; 1 (6 oz.) pkg. strawberry flavored gelatin; 1 (6 oz.) can whole berry cranberry sauce; 3 tsp. lemon juice; 1 Tbsp. lemon peel; 1/2 tsp. nutmeg; 2 c. sour cream; 1/2 c. chopped pecans; fresh strawberries (optional)

Servings: persons

1
Combine pineapple juice and water in a 2-quart saucepan.
2
Heat to boiling.
3
Remove from heat.
4
Add gelatin and stir until dissolved.
5
Stir in cranberry sauce, lemon juice, peel and nutmeg. Chill until mixture thickens slightly.
6
Add sour cream; stir until thoroughly combined.
7
Fold in pineapple and pecans.
8
Pour into 8-cup mold.
9
Chill until firm.
10
Unmold onto serving plate. Garnish with strawberries.

462

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* 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

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
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: 1 (20 oz.) can crushed pineapple (juice drained and reserved), 1 c. water, 1 (6 oz.) pkg. strawberry flavored gelatin, 1 (6 oz.) can whole berry cranberry sauce, and more.

Yes, Thanksgiving Cranberry Delight 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Thanksgiving Cranberry Delight

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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