Description

This Cherry Delight features a creamy and sweet filling atop a buttery graham cracker crust, layered with cherry pie filling. It’s an easy dessert that’s perfect for gatherings or just a sweet treat at home, boasting simple prep and mouthwatering flavors.

Ingredients

Scale

1 ¼ cups graham cracker crumbs
6 tablespoons butter – melted
¼ cup brown sugar
16 ounces cream cheese – softened (2 packages)
8 ounces container Cool Whip – thawed
½ cup confectioners' sugar
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
21 ounces cherry pie filling

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Instructions

Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and brown sugar in a bowl.
Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9×9 inch pan or 9 inch pie dish.
Beat the cream cheese in a mixing bowl until fluffy.
Add the Cool Whip, confectioners' sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla to the cream cheese and beat until smooth.
Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the crust.
Pour cherry pie filling on top of the cream cheese layer and spread it evenly.
Cover the dessert and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results.

Notes

For a more intense flavor, use homemade cherry pie filling.
Chill overnight for enhanced flavors and better texture.
Can substitute Greek yogurt for a lighter cream cheese option.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 290
Sugar: 20g
Sodium: 220mg
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 32g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 40mg