Description
Cherry Delight is a nostalgic dessert that combines the sweetness of ripe cherries with a creamy, dreamy filling. This easy recipe transforms any gathering into a celebration, making it the perfect treat for summer picnics or cozy family dinners. Each bite offers a burst of flavor that will leave everyone wanting more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh cherries, pitted and halved
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup whipped cream (fresh)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter until combined. Press into a pie dish to form the crust.
- Bake the crust for 10 minutes until golden brown. Allow to cool completely.
- In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Gradually add vanilla extract.
- Gently fold in whipped cream for an airy texture.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture over the cooled crust and layer with fresh cherries.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least two hours or overnight before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg