Easy Cranberry Fluff
This easy and festive Cranberry Fluff combines tart cranberries, sweet marshmallows, creamy whipped topping, and crunchy pecans for a perfect holiday side or dessert.
Ingredients
- 16 ounces fresh cranberries or frozen, thawed
- 16 ounces crushed pineapple drained well
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 8- ounce block cream cheese softened
- 16 ounces Cool Whip thawed
- 3 cups mini marshmallows
- ½ cup chopped pecans or nut of choice
Optional Toppings:
- Fresh cranberries
- Additional pecans
- Extra mini marshmallows
- Whipped topping
- Mint leaves or rosemary for garnish
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare the Cranberries
- Add cranberries to a food processor and pulse until chopped. Leave some larger chunks for texture.
- Step 2: Mix Cranberries and Pineapple
- Drain the crushed pineapple and blot with a paper towel.
- In a bowl, combine cranberries, pineapple, and powdered sugar. Mix well.
- Step 3: Prepare the Creamy Base
- In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth.
- Scrape down the sides of the bowl and beat again to ensure no lumps.
- Gently fold in the Cool Whip until fully combined.
- Step 4: Assemble the Fluff
- Add the cranberry mixture to the cream cheese mixture.
- Stir in mini marshmallows and chopped pecans.
- Mix well until everything is evenly combined.
- Step 5: Chill and Serve
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours to allow flavors to meld.
- Before serving, top with fresh cranberries, pecans, mini marshmallows, or a sprig of rosemary for garnish.
Notes
- Softening the cream cheese before mixing prevents lumps.
- Draining the pineapple well ensures the fluff isn’t too watery.
- Refrigerating overnight enhances the flavor even more.