No-Bake Cherry Delight

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🍒 No-Bake Cherry Delight 🍰

Creamy, dreamy, and bursting with cherry flavor—this easy dessert is a nostalgic crowd-pleaser!

⏰ Time

Prep: 20 mins | Chill: 4+ hours | Total: 4.5 hrs
Serves: 9-12

📝 Ingredients

Crust:

1 ½ cups (150g) graham cracker crumbs
⅓ cup (75g) melted butter

2 tbsp sugar

Cream Cheese Layer:

8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened

1 cup (120g) powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup (240ml) heavy whipping cream, whipped to stiff peaks

Cherry Topping:

1 can (21 oz/600g) cherry pie filling
½ tsp almond extract (optional, enhances flavor)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Make the Crust

Mix graham crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press firmly into a 9×9-inch pan. Chill 10 mins.

2️⃣ Cream Cheese Layer

Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
Gently fold in whipped cream. Spread over crust.

3️⃣ Add Cherry Topping

Stir almond extract into cherry pie filling (if using). Spoon over cream layer.

4️⃣ Chill & Serve

Refrigerate at least 4 hours (or overnight) before slicing.

🌟 Pro Tips

Lighter version: Use Cool Whip instead of whipped cream.

Crunchy twist: Add ½ cup chopped pecans to the crust.
Festive swap: Try blueberry or strawberry pie filling!

🍽 Serving Ideas

🍨 Top with extra whipped cream and chocolate shavings.
☕ Pair with coffee for a retro dessert vibe!

Storage: Keep refrigerated for up to 3 days.

Why You’ll Love It:

✔️ No oven needed—perfect for hot summer days!
✔️ Balanced sweetness with tangy cream cheese and tart cherries.
✔️ Easy to customize with different fruits or crusts.

A classic potluck star that tastes like childhood! 😍

Need a shortcut? Use pre-made graham crust in a pie dish! 🥧