Eggnog Cranberry Salad

Delight your holiday table with the vibrant and creamy Eggnog Cranberry Salad, a festive fusion of tart cranberries and silky eggnog. This no-bake dessert features fresh cranberries simmered with orange zest and sugar, perfectly balanced by the luxurious texture of whipped cream and a touch of vanilla. Blooming gelatin ensures the salad sets beautifully, making it a show-stopping addition to any occasion. Toasted pecans and mint leaves can be added as an optional garnish, providing extra crunch and a pop of color. With its striking presentation and irresistible flavor, this sweet-tangy treat is a must for Christmas or holiday celebrations!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups fresh cranberries
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon orange zest
• 1 packet unsweetened gelatin
• 0.25 cup water
• 1.5 cups eggnog
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup toasted pecans (optional)
• 0 fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the fresh cranberries and pat them dry. Place them in a medium saucepan with the granulated sugar and orange zest.

Step 2

Cook the cranberries over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until they burst and form a thick sauce (about 8-10 minutes). Remove from heat and let cool completely.

Step 3

In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin over 0.25 cups of water to bloom. Let it sit for 5 minutes to hydrate.

Step 4

In a saucepan over low heat, warm 0.5 cups of the eggnog. Add the bloomed gelatin and stir until fully dissolved. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Step 5

Combine the remaining eggnog with the cooled cranberry mixture and the gelatin-egg mixture. Stir until well incorporated.

Step 6

In a chilled mixing bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.

Step 7

Gently fold the whipped cream into the cranberry-eggnog mixture until fully combined.

Step 8

Pour the mixture into a serving dish or individual cups. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4-6 hours or overnight until set.

Step 9

Before serving, garnish with toasted pecans and fresh mint leaves, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1349.2 grams (1349.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2644

Total Fat 132.90g	170%
Saturated Fat 59.30g	297%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.60g
Cholesterol 416mg	139%
Sodium 265mg	12%
Total Carbohydrate 297.20g	108%
Dietary Fiber 21.00g	75%
Total Sugars 258.40g
Protein 27.30g	55%

Vitamin D 144IU	720%
Calcium 468mg	36%
Iron 3mg	17%
Potassium 1069mg	23%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.0%

Protein: 4.4%

Carbs: 47.7%