Dive into Dessert Heaven with Cherry Delights
Cherry Delights are no-bake layered dessert bars featuring a buttery graham cracker crust, creamy cheesecake filling, and a luscious cherry topping. They’re easy to make, perfect for entertaining, and always a crowd favorite.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 2.5 hours (including chill time)
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 8 oz whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
- 1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling (or homemade)
Instructions
- Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar until combined and crumbly.
- Press mixture firmly into the bottom of a baking dish. Chill for 15 minutes.
- In a bowl, beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth.
- Fold in whipped topping gently until fully combined.
- Spread cream cheese mixture evenly over the chilled crust.
- Spoon cherry pie filling over the cream layer and spread gently.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight until set.
- Slice into squares and serve chilled.
Notes
- Use homemade cherry topping for a fresher flavor.
- Add lemon zest to the cream cheese layer for brightness.
- Swap graham crackers for vanilla wafers or Oreo crumbs for a twist.
- Layer into individual cups or jars for portable servings.
- Do not freeze; the texture may become grainy upon thawing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
