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Cranberry Millionaire Salad

Easy Cranberry Millionaire Fruit Salad

This easy cranberry millionaire salad is a creamy holiday favorite made with chopped cranberries, Cool Whip, pineapple, oranges, and marshmallows. It is sweet, tart, and fluffy with a light pink color and old fashioned flavor that makes it perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any family dinner. Just like Grandma used to serve, this vintage fruit salad comes together in minutes and is best made ahead.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 12 ounces fresh cranberries
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 10 ounces pineapple tidbits, drained
  • 11 ounce can mandarin oranges, drained
  • 2 cups mini marshmallows
  • 8 ounces whipped topping, thawed

Method
 

  1. Chop the cranberries in a food processor until finely chopped. Transfer to a large bowl and stir in the sugar. Cover and refrigerate for 8 to 24 hours.
  2. Stir in the drained pineapple, drained mandarin oranges, and mini marshmallows.
  3. Fold in the thawed whipped topping until the mixture is fluffy and well combined.
  4. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or until ready to serve.

Notes

  • Chop the cranberries finely for the best texture and flavor
  • Chill the cranberry and sugar mixture overnight so it softens properly
  • Drain the pineapple and mandarin oranges well to avoid a watery salad
  • Use sugar free whipped topping or reduce sugar for a lighter version
  • Store in the refrigerator for up to four days in an airtight container

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