Hands down, my nana won’t be at the Christmas dinner without this dish!

This classic Cranberry Pineapple Jell-O Salad is a festive and refreshing side dish, often served at holidays. It features a tangy Jell-O base mixed with tart cranberry sauce, sweet crushed pineapple, and crunchy pecans.

Ingredients:

How To Make Cranberry Pineapple Jell-O Salad:

1. Step 1: Dissolve Jell-O: In a large mixing bowl, dissolve the Jell-O in 1 cup of boiling water. Stir until the powder is fully dissolved.
2. Step 2: Add Liquids: Stir in 21​ cup cold water and the reserved pineapple juice (about 21​ to 43​ cup, from draining the crushed pineapple).
3. Step 3: Mix in Cranberry Sauce: Break up the jellied cranberry sauce with a fork, then add it to the Jell-O mixture. Stir well to combine, leaving some small chunks for texture if desired.
4. Step 4: Add Pineapple and Pecans: Stir in the drained crushed pineapple and chopped pecans.
5. Step 5: Chill: Pour the mixture into a serving dish or mold. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until the salad is completely set and firm.
6. Step 6: Serve: Once fully set, slice and serve chilled.