Here’s a nostalgic and crowd-favorite dessert: Classic Cherry Delight — creamy, dreamy, and bursting with sweet cherry topping over a buttery graham cracker crust. No baking needed!
🍒 Classic Cherry Delight (No-Bake Dessert)
🧾 Ingredients:
For the crust:
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1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs (about 10–12 full crackers)
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⅓ cup granulated sugar
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½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
For the filling:
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1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
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1 cup powdered sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 (8 oz) tub whipped topping (like Cool Whip), thawed
(or use 1 cup homemade whipped cream)
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 bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and sugar.
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Stir in melted butter until mixture resembles wet sand.
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Press firmly into the bottom of a 9×9-inch pan or pie dish.
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Chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes (or freeze for 10–15 minutes) to set.
2. Make the filling:
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In a medium bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth.
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Add powdered sugar and vanilla; mix until well combined and creamy.
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Gently fold in the whipped topping until smooth and fluffy.
3. Assemble:
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Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the chilled crust.
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Spoon cherry pie filling over the top and spread gently to cover.
4. Chill:
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Refrigerate for at least 2–4 hours, preferably overnight, to let it fully set.
5. Serve:
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Slice and serve chilled. Optional: garnish with crushed graham crackers or shaved white chocolate.
💡 Tips & Variations:
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Use low-fat cream cheese or whipped topping for a lighter version.
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Substitute blueberry or strawberry pie filling for a different flavor twist.
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For individual servings, layer in mini cups or jars.