🍒🍨 Classic Cherry Delight
🧾 Ingredients:
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1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
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1 cup powdered sugar
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1 (8 oz) container frozen whipped topping (thawed) or cool whip
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1 (21 oz) can cherry pie filling
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1 (14 oz) box graham cracker crumbs or crushed vanilla wafers
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1/2 cup butter, melted
🔧 Instructions:
1. Make the crust:
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Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a bowl.
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Press mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9×13-inch pan.
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Chill in the fridge while preparing the filling.
2. Prepare the cream layer:
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In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth.
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Add powdered sugar and mix well.
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Fold in half of the whipped topping gently.
3. Assemble the dessert:
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Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the chilled crust.
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Spread the remaining whipped topping over the cream layer.
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Spoon cherry pie filling evenly over the top.
4. Chill:
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Refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight for best results.
5. Serve:
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Slice and enjoy chilled.
💡 Tips:
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Substitute cherry pie filling with other flavors like strawberry or blueberry.
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Add a sprinkle of chopped nuts or chocolate shavings on top for extra texture.
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Use fresh cherries when in season for a fresher taste.
Want to try a mini trifle version or a lighter yogurt-based variation?