Classic Cherry Delight
This no-bake dessert features a buttery graham cracker crust topped with a light, creamy cream cheese and Cool Whip filling, finished with a bright layer of cherry pie filling.
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Classic Cherry Delight
Ingredients:
| INGREDIENTS | AMOUNT |
| For the Crust | |
| Unsalted butter, melted | 7 tablespoons |
| Graham cracker crumbs (about 9 whole crackers) | 1/1/2 cups |
| Granulated sugar | 3 tablespoons |
| For the Filling | |
| Cream cheese, softened | 8 ounces |
| Powdered sugar | 1 cup |
| Pure vanilla extract | 1 teaspoon |
| Cool Whip | 1 container (8 ounces) |
| Cherry pie filling | 1 can (21 ounces) |
How To Make Classic Cherry Delight:
Step 1: Make the Crust: In a medium bowl, combine 7 tbsp melted butter, 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs, and 3 tbsp granulated sugar. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a greased 8×8 baking dish. Set aside.
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Step 2: Prepare the Filling: In a large bowl, beat the 8 oz cream cheese until smooth and lump-free. Mix in the 1 cup powdered sugar and 1 tsp vanilla extract until combined. Gently fold in the 8 oz Cool Whip, mixing just until blended (do not overmix).
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Step 3: Assemble the Dessert: Spread the filling evenly over the crust. Spoon the 21 oz cherry pie filling over the top and spread carefully to cover the filling. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or overnight) before serving. Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator.
