Cherry Delight is a vintage-style layered dessert made with a buttery graham cracker crust, sweet cream cheese filling, and tangy cherry pie topping. It’s cool, creamy, and incredibly easy to make!
🍒 Ingredients:
For the Crust:
- 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
For the Filling:
- 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 (8 oz) tub whipped topping (like Cool Whip), thawed
For the Topping:
- 1 (21 oz) can cherry pie filling
👨🍳 Instructions:
- Prepare the Crust:
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs and sugar.
- Add melted butter and stir until combined.
- Press mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9×9-inch or 9×13-inch pan (for thinner layers).
- Chill in the fridge while you make the filling.
- Make the Creamy Filling:
- In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth and fluffy.
- Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract. Beat until fully combined.
- Gently fold in the whipped topping until smooth and creamy.
- Assemble the Dessert:
- Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the chilled crust.
- Carefully spoon the cherry pie filling over the top and spread gently.
- Chill:
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours (or overnight) to set properly.
- Serve:
- Cut into squares and serve chilled.
🍽️ Serving:
- Yields about 9–12 servings.
- Garnish with extra graham cracker crumbs, white chocolate curls, or almonds if desired.
📦 Storage:
- Keep refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Not recommended for freezing (the texture of the whipped topping changes).
🔄 Variations:
- Swap cherry for blueberry, strawberry, or apple pie filling.
- Add a layer of chocolate chips between the crust and filling for a twist.
- Make in individual cups for party servings!