Ingredients

  • 2 envelopes unflavored gelatin
  • 1/2 cup cold water
  • 2 cups apple cider or juice
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/3 cup lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • Dash salt
  • 1 cup diced unpeeled apples
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1/2 cup chopped celery
  • 3/4 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • Ground cinnamon
  • Cinnamon sticks, optional

Method

  • In a small bowl, sprinkle gelatin over cold water; let stand for 1 minute.
  • In a large saucepan, bring cider to a boil; stir in the gelatin mixture and sugar until dissolved. stir in lemon juice, cloves and salt. Pour into a large bowl. Refrigerate until slightly thickened, about 1 hour.
  • Fold in apples, walnuts and celery. Pour into a 1-qt.dish or individual dishes. Refrigerate until firm, about 2 hours.
  • For topping, in a small bowl, combine the sour cream, mayonnaise and sugar until blended. Dollop over salad; sprinkle with cinnamon. Serve with cinnamon sticks if desired.