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Cherry Delight Dessert Recipe

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Cherry Delight is a creamy, no-bake dessert featuring a buttery graham cracker crust, a smooth cream cheese and sour cream layer sweetened with confectioner’s sugar and vanilla, topped with a luscious cherry pie filling. Perfect for parties or a refreshing treat any time.

Ingredients

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Crust

  • 2 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup butter, melted

Filling

  • 2 (8-ounce) blocks cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1 (8-ounce) tub Cool Whip, thawed overnight in the fridge
  • 1 cup confectioner’s sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Topping

  • 1 (21-ounce) can cherry pie filling

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Crust: Preheat oven to 350°F (177ºC) and spray a 9×13 inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. In a large bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Press the mixture firmly into the baking dish to form an even crust.
  2. Bake Crust: Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 12 to 14 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown. Remove from oven and cool completely on a wire rack, approximately 45 minutes.
  3. Mix Cream Cheese Layer: In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together softened cream cheese and sour cream until smooth and evenly combined.
  4. Add Sweeteners: Add the confectioner’s sugar and vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture. Beat for 2 minutes until the mixture is fluffy and smooth.
  5. Fold in Cool Whip: Gently fold in the thawed Cool Whip until well combined, being careful not to overmix to preserve its light texture.
  6. Assemble and Chill: Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the completely cooled crust. Refrigerate the assembled dessert for a minimum of 4 hours, preferably overnight, to allow it to set.
  7. Top with Cherry Filling and Serve: Just before serving, spread the cherry pie filling evenly over the cream cheese layer. Cut into squares and enjoy.

Notes

  • Ensure the crust is completely cooled before spreading the cream cheese layer to prevent melting.
  • For best results, chill the dessert overnight to let flavors meld and texture set.
  • You can substitute Cool Whip with homemade whipped cream if preferred.
  • Use a rubber spatula to gently fold the Cool Whip to maintain the airy texture.
  • Slicing the dessert with a sharp knife dipped in hot water will create cleaner edges.

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