Description
Cherry Delight is a refreshing dessert that combines the tartness of fresh cherries with creamy whipped cream, all nestled in a buttery graham cracker crust. This easy-to-make treat is perfect for summer gatherings or cozy nights at home, bringing a burst of flavor and vibrant color to any occasion. With minimal ingredients and a simple assembly process, you can create this delightful dish in no time. Your family and friends will be asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh cherries, pitted and halved
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press into a pie dish and bake for 10 minutes until golden.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, cook the cherries with ¾ cup sugar for about 5-7 minutes until softened.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually mix in whipped cream and vanilla extract until fluffy.
- Layer half of the creamy mixture onto the cooled crust followed by half of the cherry filling. Repeat layers and finish with whipped cream on top.
- Cover with plastic wrap and chill in the fridge for at least one hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 120g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For added flavor, try mixing in other fruits like blueberries or raspberries. Swap out nuts in the crust for added crunch.