Description
Classic Cherry Delight is a no-bake, creamy dessert featuring a buttery graham cracker crust, a smooth cream cheese filling folded with whipped topping, and a sweet cherry pie filling topping. Perfect chilled for a refreshing and easy-to-make treat.
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)
Topping
- 1 can cherry pie filling (21 ounces)
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: Melt the butter in a medium bowl in the microwave for about 30 seconds until fully melted. Combine the melted butter with the graham cracker crumbs and granulated sugar, mixing thoroughly to ensure even coating.
- Press the Crust: Firmly press the crumb mixture into the bottom of a greased 8×8-inch baking dish, creating an even layer. Set the crust aside to prepare the filling.
- Make the Filling: In a large bowl, use a mixer to beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and free of lumps. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract and mix until fully incorporated.
- Incorporate Cool Whip: Gently fold the Cool Whip into the cream cheese mixture until the texture is smooth and well combined without deflating the whipped topping.
- Assemble the Layers: Spread the cream cheese filling evenly over the prepared graham cracker crust, smoothing the top for an even layer.
- Add the Cherry Topping: Spoon the cherry pie filling evenly over the cream cheese layer, spreading gently to cover the entire surface.
- Chill the Dessert: Refrigerate the assembled dessert for at least 2 hours to allow it to set well before serving.
Notes
- Use room temperature cream cheese to ensure a smooth filling without lumps.
- For a firmer crust, press the graham cracker mixture firmly and chill before adding the filling.
- Can be prepared a day ahead; store covered in the refrigerator.
- For extra flavor, swirl some cherry filling into the cream cheese layer before topping.
- Use either store-bought or homemade cherry pie filling as preferred.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
