Pioneer Woman Cranberry Salad Recipe
Pioneer Woman Cranberry Salad Recipe is fresh, sweet and slightly tangy. It is perfect for holidays and family dinners. Many people love Pioneer Woman Cranberry Salad Recipe during Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Ingredients
- 3 cups fresh cranberries
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup crushed pineapple drained
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 4 oz cream cheese softened
- ½ cup chopped pecans
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Chop the Cranberries
- Wash the fresh cranberries well. Drain all water. Place them in a food processor. Pulse until finely chopped but not pureed. Transfer to a large mixing bowl.
Add Sugar and Rest
- Add granulated sugar to the chopped cranberries. Mix well. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least one hour. This helps reduce the tart flavor.
Prepare the Cream Mixture
- In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add vanilla extract. In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream until soft peaks form. Gently fold whipped cream into cream cheese.
Combine Pineapple and Marshmallows
- Remove cranberry mixture from fridge. Add drained crushed pineapple. Mix well. Add mini marshmallows and stir gently to combine all flavors.
Fold Everything Together
- Add the cream mixture into the cranberry bowl. Fold gently using a spatula. Mix until fully combined. Do not overmix. Keep the texture light and fluffy.
Add Pecans
- Stir in chopped pecans. They add crunch and nutty flavor. Mix evenly so every bite has a little texture.
Chill Before Serving
- Transfer salad into a serving dish. Cover with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least one hour before serving. This helps flavors blend well together.
Serve and Enjoy
- Remove from fridge before serving. Spoon into bowls or serve as a side dish. Enjoy your fresh and creamy Pioneer Woman Cranberry Salad Recipe.
Notes
- Use fresh cranberries for best flavor.
- Drain pineapple very well to avoid watery salad.
- Chill long enough for better taste.
- Toast pecans for extra flavor.
- Adjust sugar if you prefer less sweetness.
- Do not overmix after adding whipped cream.