🍒✨ Cherry Delight (No-Bake Dessert)
🧾 Ingredients:
For the crust:
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1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
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1/4 cup granulated sugar
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1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
For the filling:
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1 (8 oz) block cream cheese, softened
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1 cup powdered sugar
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1 (8 oz) tub whipped topping (like Cool Whip), thawed
For the topping:
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1 (21 oz) can cherry pie filling
🔪 Instructions:
1. Make the crust:
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In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter.
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Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9×9-inch or 9×13-inch dish (depending on how thick you like your layers).
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Chill in the fridge for 15–30 minutes while preparing the filling.
2. Make the creamy filling:
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In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth and fluffy.
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Add powdered sugar and vanilla, and beat until well combined.
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Fold in the whipped topping gently until smooth and creamy.
3. Assemble the dessert:
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Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the chilled crust.
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Spoon cherry pie filling evenly over the top.
4. Chill:
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Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours (or overnight) to set fully.
5. Serve:
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Slice into squares and enjoy chilled. Optional: garnish with extra whipped topping or a sprinkle of graham cracker crumbs.
📝 Tips & Variations:
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Make it mini: Layer in individual cups for personal servings.
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Try other toppings: Use blueberry, strawberry, or peach pie filling instead.
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From-scratch cherry topping: Cook fresh or frozen cherries with sugar and cornstarch to make your own pie filling.
Would you like a gluten-free version, mini jars, or a from-scratch cherry topping recipe too?
