Vintage Cranberry Fluff Salad

This classic recipe for Cranberry Fluff Salad combines the tangy flavor of cranberries with the creamy sweetness of Cool Whip and cream cheese. And we didn't stop there - we've added juicy mandarin oranges, fluffy marshmallows, and crunchy pecans for an extra burst of flavor. You won't be able to resist this irresistible treat! Try it out and wow your guests this holiday season.

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Course: Dessert

Cuisine: Christmas Desserts

Keyword: Cranberry Fluff Salad

Prep Time: 10

Refrigeration Time (optional): 8

Servings:

Calories: 215kcal

Ingredients

8 ounce Tub Cool Whip more for optional garnish
4 ounces Cream Cheese room temp
15 ounce Can Whole Berry Cranberry Sauce
15 ounce Can Mandarin Oranges drained
2 Cups Mini Marshmallows
1 Cup Pecans chopped
Fresh Cranberries optional garnish
Fresh Rosemary Sprigs optional garnish

Instructions

Place the drained can of mandarin oranges in a food processor and do a couple of short, choppy bursts until it resembles crushed pineapple. Drain the excess juice after chopping and set aside.
Place the can of whole cranberry sauce in a bowl and use a fork or other utensil to break it up so that it turns into a smooth cranberry sauce, with no remaining big chunks.
Place the cranberry sauce, cool whip, and cream cheese in a large mixing bowl and gently mix until well combined.
Add the remaining ingredients and fold them together until they are evenly distributed.
Refrigerate for 8 hours to allow the flavors to develop (this step is optional, but it yields a more robust flavor)
Garnish with fresh cranberries, whipped cream and rosemary sprigs before serving, if desired.

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