Cranberry Banana Dessert

Cranberry Dessert Recipe

🕒 Total Time: 4 hours 30 minutes

• Prep Time: 30 minutes
• Cook Time: 4 hours
• Chill Time: 4 hours (minimum) or overnight

🍽️ Servings: 12

Description:
Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Cranberry Dessert, perfect for festive occasions or cozy weeknights. This recipe from lovewithrecipes.com combines the tartness of cranberries with the sweetness of banana and the crunch of pecans, all layered with a creamy filling and topped with whipped cream. It’s a refreshing and satisfying treat that’s sure to become a favorite!

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cranberries
• 1 ripe banana
• 2/3 cup sugar
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1/2 cup margarine
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans
• Vanilla wafer crumbs (enough for layering)

Instructions:

1. Mix Cranberry Filling:

   • In a mixing bowl, combine the cranberries, mashed banana, and sugar. Set aside to let the flavors meld together.

2. Prepare Crumb Base:

   • Spread half of the vanilla wafer crumbs evenly in the bottom of a baking dish to create a base for the dessert.

3. Cream Butter and Sugar:

   • In a separate bowl, cream together the sugar, butter, and margarine until smooth and fluffy.

4. Incorporate Eggs:

   • Add the eggs to the creamed mixture and beat well until fully incorporated. (Pro tip: Beat the devil out of it!)

5. Layer the Dessert:

   • Spread the creamy egg mixture evenly over the vanilla wafer crumbs in the baking dish.

6. Add Cranberry Filling:

   • Spoon the prepared cranberry mixture over the creamy layer, spreading it out evenly.

7. Sprinkle with Pecans:

   • Sprinkle the chopped pecans over the cranberry layer, adding a delightful crunch to each bite.

8. Whip the Cream:

   • In another bowl, whip the cream until it forms soft peaks. Sweeten with a little powdered sugar to taste.

9. Top with Whipped Cream:

   • Spread the whipped cream over the pecans, creating a luscious layer on top of the dessert.

10. Add Remaining Crumbs:

    • Sprinkle the remaining vanilla wafer crumbs over the whipped cream layer, adding a final touch of texture and flavor.

11. Chill and Serve:

    • Cover the baking dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate the dessert for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and the dessert to set.

12. Enjoy!

    • Once chilled, slice into squares or spoonfuls and serve this delicious Cranberry Dessert to your family and friends. Watch as they delight in every bite of this festive and flavorful treat!

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 278.1
• Fat: 19.1g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
• Cholesterol: 78.5mg
• Sodium: 87.7mg
• Carbohydrates: 26.7g
  • Fiber: 1.5g
  • Sugar: 23g
• Protein: 2.1g

Recipe Notes:

• Feel free to adjust the sweetness of the whipped cream to your preference by adding more or less powdered sugar.
• You can also customize this dessert by adding other nuts or dried fruits to the filling for added texture and flavor.
• For a festive touch, serve garnished with fresh cranberries or a dusting of powdered sugar.