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Creamy Cranberry Fluff Salad

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This festive cranberry fluff salad combines tart cranberries, sweet marshmallows, whipped cream, and fruit for a creamy, nostalgic dessert perfect for holidays and gatherings. It’s quick to prepare, crowd-pleasing, and easily adaptable for dietary needs.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz fresh cranberries (about 2 cups), rinsed and drained (or frozen, thawed)
  • 1 cup canned whole berry cranberry sauce
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 cups mini marshmallows
  • 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
  • 2 cups whipped cream (homemade or store-bought)
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (or vanilla yogurt)
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
  • 1 cup mandarin orange segments, drained (optional)
  • Additional mini marshmallows (for garnish)
  • Fresh mint leaves (for garnish)
  • Orange zest (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Add fresh cranberries to a food processor or blender. Pulse 4-5 times until chopped but not pureed. Transfer to a large mixing bowl.
  2. Sprinkle granulated sugar over the cranberries. Stir well and let sit for 5 minutes to macerate.
  3. Add crushed pineapple and mandarin orange segments (if using) to the bowl. Fold together gently.
  4. Add canned whole berry cranberry sauce and mix until evenly combined.
  5. Add mini marshmallows and stir gently to incorporate.
  6. In a separate bowl, whisk whipped cream with Greek yogurt until smooth. (Add a teaspoon of honey or vanilla extract if desired.)
  7. Gently fold the whipped cream and yogurt mixture into the cranberry bowl. Add chopped pecans or walnuts (if using). Mix until just combined.
  8. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (overnight is best) to allow flavors to meld and marshmallows to soften.
  9. Spoon into a serving bowl, top with extra mini marshmallows, fresh mint leaves, and orange zest. Serve chilled.

Notes

Drain pineapple and oranges thoroughly to prevent a watery salad. Fold ingredients gently to maintain fluffiness. Chill for at least 2 hours (overnight preferred) for best texture and flavor. Easily adaptable for dairy-free, nut-free, or low-sugar diets. Garnish with extra marshmallows, mint, and orange zest for a festive touch.

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