Classic Cherry Delight Recipe
This Classic Cherry Delight recipe features a buttery graham cracker crust, a creamy filling made with cream cheese and cool whip, and a sweet cherry pie topping. Perfect for family gatherings and special occasions, this no-bake dessert is both easy to make and delicious.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes (optional 8-10 minutes for crust)
- Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- Crust:
- 7 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs (about 9 whole crackers)
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- Filling:
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 container cool whip, 8 ounces
- 1 can cherry pie filling, 21 ounces
Instructions
- Prepare the crust:
- Melt the butter and combine with graham cracker crumbs and granulated sugar.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9x13 inch pan to form an even crust.
- Make the filling:
- Beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- Fold in the cool whip until fully incorporated.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the graham cracker crust.
- Add the topping:
- Spread the cherry pie filling evenly over the cream cheese layer.
- Chill:
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
- For a firmer crust, bake the graham cracker crust at 350°F for 8-10 minutes, then cool completely before adding the filling.
- This dessert can be made a day in advance, allowing the flavors to meld together beautifully
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
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