Description
Indulge in the delightful layers of our easy Cherry Delight, a no-bake dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. This refreshing treat combines a crunchy graham cracker crust, a creamy filling of whipped cream and cream cheese, and luscious cherries that burst with flavor. Ideal for summer gatherings or cozy family dinners, this dessert not only looks stunning with its vibrant colors but also delivers a sweet balance of tartness and creaminess. With minimal prep time and straightforward steps, anyone can create this impressive dish that will leave your guests asking for seconds. Grab your ingredients and get ready to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup Cool Whip or whipped cream
- 1 can (15 oz) cherries or 2 cups fresh cherries (pitted)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until combined. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of a greased baking dish.
- In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth. Fold in the Cool Whip until fully incorporated.
- Spread half of the cream cheese mixture over the crust evenly. Top with cherries.
- Add the remaining cream cheese mixture and smooth it out to cover all cherries.
- Refrigerate for at least four hours or overnight for best results before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 238
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 138mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 29mg