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Grandma's Cherry Delight Dessert Recipe

Cherry Delight Dessert

A creamy, no-bake layered dessert featuring a crumb crust, fluffy cream cheese filling, and a bright cherry topping, perfect for potlucks and gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert, Potluck
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs or cookie crumbs of choice
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted for binding the crust
For the Filling
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened let sit at room temperature for easy mixing
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 8 oz Cool Whip, thawed fold gently for a fluffy texture
For the Topping
  • 1 can cherry pie filling canned for convenience and consistency

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) if baking the crust.
  2. In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Mix until well combined.
  3. Press the crumb mixture into the bottom of a 9x13 inch pan. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, then allow to cool.
  4. While the crust cools, prepare the filling. In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  5. Gently fold in the Cool Whip until just combined, keeping it fluffy.
Assembly
  1. Spread the cream cheese filling evenly over the cooled crust.
  2. Spoon the cherry pie filling over the cream cheese layer, spreading it evenly.
Chilling
  1. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results.
Serving
  1. Slice into squares and serve chilled. Enjoy!

Notes

Can be made up to 24 hours ahead. For best results, serve chilled. Use good quality canned cherry pie filling for optimal flavor.