Here’s a nostalgic, no-bake Classic Cherry Delight recipe — creamy, sweet, and topped with tart cherry pie filling. It’s easy to make and perfect for holidays, potlucks, or whenever you need a quick crowd-pleaser.
🍒 Classic Cherry Delight (No-Bake Dessert)
🕒 Prep Time: 15 minutes
⏳ Chill Time: 4+ hours (or overnight)
🍽️ Serves: 9–12 (one 8×8 or 9×9 pan)
🧁 Ingredients:
🥧 For the Crust:
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1½ cups graham cracker crumbs (about 10–12 full crackers)
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¼ cup granulated sugar
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½ cup (1 stick) melted butter
🍥 For the Filling:
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1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
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1 cup powdered sugar
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1 container (8 oz) Cool Whip (or 1 cup whipped cream)
🍒 For the Topping:
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1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling
👩🍳 Instructions:
1. Make the Crust
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In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter.
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Press firmly into the bottom of an 8×8 or 9×9-inch pan.
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Chill in the fridge while you make the filling (or bake for 8 minutes at 350°F for a firmer crust — optional).
2. Make the Filling
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Beat softened cream cheese until smooth.
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Add powdered sugar and vanilla, and mix until well combined.
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Fold in Cool Whip (or whipped cream) until fluffy and uniform.
3. Assemble
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Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the crust.
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Spoon cherry pie filling over the top, spreading gently to cover.
4. Chill
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Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, to set properly.
5. Serve
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Slice and serve chilled. Wipe your knife between cuts for clean slices.
🍓 Variations:
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Use strawberry or blueberry pie filling.
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Add almond extract (¼ tsp) to the filling for a cherry-almond twist.
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Use a pretzel crust for a sweet-salty combo.