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Cherry Delight Recipe


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  • Author: Maya Thornwell
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

No-bake dessert with a buttery graham cracker crust, fluffy cream cheese filling, and cherry pie topping. Ideal for holidays, parties, or easy family desserts.


Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 (21 oz) can cherry pie filling
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • Chocolate shavings or grated chocolate (optional, for garnish)


Instructions

  1. Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar; press into a 9×9-inch dish to form crust.
  2. Beat cream cheese until smooth; gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla.
  3. Whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form; fold into cream cheese mixture until light and fluffy.
  4. Spread cream cheese filling evenly over chilled crust.
  5. Top with cherry pie filling and gently spread to cover.
  6. Garnish with chocolate shavings if desired.
  7. Chill for at least 2 hours before serving.

Notes

  • Chill crust before adding filling for best texture.
  • Fold whipped cream gently to maintain fluffiness.
  • Serve chilled for optimal flavor and presentation.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes