Description
Sweet, creamy, and crowned with a ruby-red cherry topping, Classic Cherry Delight is a no-bake dessert that never goes out of style. This easy recipe layers a buttery graham cracker crust with a fluffy, vanilla-kissed cream cheese filling and finishes with a glossy cherry topping that steals the show. It’s a perfect blend of texture and taste, ideal for quick breakfasts, easy dinner desserts, or special occasion treats.
Ingredients
2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1/4 cup granulated sugar (for crust)
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 container (8 oz) whipped topping (like Cool Whip), thawed
1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling
Fresh cherries or mint leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar until well combined. Press mixture into the bottom of a square 8×8 or 9×9-inch dish to form the crust. Chill for 15–20 minutes.
- Beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth. Fold in whipped topping until well blended.
- Spread the cream mixture evenly over the chilled crust. Smooth the surface.
- Spoon cherry pie filling over the cream layer. Spread gently to cover.
- Chill the dessert for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
- Garnish with fresh cherries or mint leaves before serving (optional).
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Chill Time: 4 hours (or overnight)
- Category: No-bake dessert