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    Cranberry Fluff Salad

    By Heather · Published: Dec 13, 2017 · Updated: Mar 25, 2021 · This post may contain affiliate links · See the privacy policy linked in my footer.

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    Cranberry Fluff Salad--Is it a salad, or is it a dessert? Whatever it is, this cranberry marshmallow salad will have you reaching for seconds time and time again! It's tart, creamy, and the perfect use of fresh cranberries!Cranberry Fluff Salad in glass cup with fresh cranberries at base of cup

    Cranberry Fluff Salad

    I don't know why I find such great joy in calling this cranberry fluff a salad, but I do. Its tart, loaded with marshmallows, bright pink, swirled with whipped cream and yet I can get away with the dirty little deed of calling it a salad. It's magic.

    Its name doesn't fool me; I know what a rich, calorie-laden treat it really is. But somehow it makes going back for seconds just that much easier.Cranberry Marshmallow Salad in glass cup with fresh cranberries

    How to Make Cranberry Fluff

    One of the reasons I love this recipe so much is because of how easy it is to make! It's one of the things my girls always contribute to Thanksgiving dinner because they can make it themselves start to finish.

    All that is required is a blender or food processor to blend the cranberries with the sugar. To whip the cream you'll need a hand or stand mixer, OR you can actually whip it right in the blender if you'd like. It won't be quite as fluffy, but once it's stirred into the salad, you don't notice.

    Spoonful of cranberry fluff salad with marshmallows and fresh cranberries

    Mix In Ideas for Cranberry Fluff Salad

    This is great as just a cranberry and marshmallow salad, but you can definitely mix in some ingredients to make it your own. Here are some of my favorites:

    • Peeled and Diced apples
    • Chopped Pecans
    • Frozen Cranberries instead of fresh
    • Cream Cheese
    • Shredded Coconut
    • Mandarin Oranges
    • Sour Cream

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    Tools Used in Making this Cranberry Fluff Salad

    • Get It Right Silicone Spatulas: I have waaaaay too many of these spatulas floating around in my kitchen, but I just love them! They are heat-resistance and can be used for both baking and cooking, so they are basically my go-to kitchen tool. I love that they come in lots of vibrant colors and are easy to clean. Most of the spatulas I have are at least four years old and still look new!
    • Black and Decker Hand Mixer: I picked this little mixer up on clearance at Walmart, and it's treated me so well. 🙂 I love that it has a snap-on storage case that holds all the beaters and cord, making it fit nicely into my cupboard when not in use.
    • Ninja Professional Blender: We've owned this blender for just under five years, and it still runs as strong as it did day 1. I especially love the individual cups-- they are perfect for single serving smoothies or shakes!

    Other Recipes For Your Thanksgiving Dinner Menu

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    • Caramel Apple Pie with Crumb Topping

    Cranberry Fluff Salad

    Cranberry Fluff--Is it a salad, or is it a dessert? Whatever it is, this cranberry marshmallow salad will have you reaching for seconds time and time again! It's tart, creamy, and the perfect use of fresh cranberries!
    By Heather Cheney
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    Prep Time: 20 minutes
    Cook Time: 0 minutes
    Chill Time: 1 hour
    Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
    Servings: 10 servings

    Ingredients

    • 1 pound fresh cranberries
    • 20 ounces Crushed Pineapple drained
    • 1 cup sugar
    • 16 ounces miniature marshmallows
    • 2 cups heavy whipping cream

    Instructions

    • Place cranberries in a blender with sugar. Puree until smooth and transfer into a large bowl.
    • Stir drained pineapple into the cranberries and fold in marshmallows.
    • Pour whipping cream into the blender bowl, cover and mix until the cream has thickened. You may have to stop and shake the blender a few times to get it moving once it starts to thicken.
    • Fold cream into the cranberry and pineapple mixture, cover and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.

    Nutrition Facts

    Serving: 1 Serving | Calories: 440 kcal | Carbohydrates: 72 g | Protein: 2 g | Fat: 17 g | Saturated Fat: 10 g | Cholesterol: 65 mg | Sodium: 56 mg | Potassium: 144 mg | Fiber: 2 g | Sugar: 56 g | Vitamin A: 755 IU | Vitamin C: 11.6 mg | Calcium: 45 mg | Iron: 0.4 mg

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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Amanda Z says

      November 13, 2018 at 2:30 pm

      Have YOU tried substituting Splenda for sugar? I am trying to cut sugars and curious how this turned out

      Reply
    2. andrea miller says

      November 10, 2016 at 12:03 pm

      can you use a food processor if you dont have a blender?

      Reply
      • Lisa says

        November 17, 2016 at 6:34 am

        You can use a food processor, but it won't grind up the cranberries as finely as a blender.

        Reply
      • Lisa says

        November 17, 2016 at 6:35 am

        5 stars
        I've been making this for years and you can cut down the sugar to 2/3 of a cup. It's more tangy and every bit as tasty!

        Reply
    3. Helen Janiece VanNoy says

      November 27, 2015 at 4:48 pm

      5 stars
      This is probably the best fresh cranberry anything, I've ever eaten.l

      Reply
    4. Ladonna Morrow says

      January 05, 2014 at 4:32 pm

      5 stars
      Ive made this delicate dessert for over 30 yrs now at Thanksgiving and Christmas and my family loves it. My version is a tad different but same ingredients and same amount of each ingredients and it looks the same !!

      Reply
    5. Teresa Burwell says

      November 24, 2013 at 10:08 pm

      Wondering if we know how many calories this recipe has?

      Reply
    6. Tara says

      November 20, 2013 at 7:58 am

      so....do you serve this as a side or as a dessert?

      Reply
    7. Gale K. says

      November 18, 2013 at 4:11 pm

      5 stars
      I've been making this for 30 years and have found you can substitute a can of whole berry cranberry sauce for the fresh cranberries, but subtract the sugar from the recipe.

      Reply
    8. Jonny Headrick says

      November 12, 2013 at 9:44 am

      Could you use a can of cranberry sauce in place of fresh berries?

      Reply
    9. Gen. says

      March 01, 2013 at 3:16 pm

      5 stars
      This was so easy to make. My daughter made this tonight for dessert...salad....dessert....salad....I'd have a hard time figuring out where to put this on a church pot-luck table.
      It was very yummy. Hubby was licking the blender.
      Thanks Heather.

      Reply

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