Cherries in the Snow
Indulge in the sweet, nostalgic charm of **Cherries in the Snow**, a quick and easy no-bake dessert that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. This irresistible recipe layers soft, fluffy pieces of angel food cake with a rich and creamy blend of cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla, folded into a luscious whipped topping. The crowning glory is a vibrant layer of cherry pie filling, adding a burst of fruity sweetness and a pop of color to every bite. Perfect for holidays, potlucks, or whenever you’re craving a light yet decadent treat, this make-ahead dessert can be assembled in just 20 minutes and chilled to perfection. With its dreamy texture and elegant presentation, **Cherries in the Snow** will quickly become a beloved favorite for any occasion.
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Ingredients
- 1 prepared cake (store-bought or homemade) angel food cake
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 oz (thawed if frozen) whipped topping
- 21 oz (1 can) cherry pie filling
Directions
Step 1
Carefully tear or cut the angel food cake into bite-sized pieces. Set aside.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy using a hand or stand mixer.
Step 3
Gradually add in the powdered sugar and continue to beat until fully combined and fluffy.
Step 4
Mix in the vanilla extract.
Step 5
Gently fold in the whipped topping using a spatula until well blended and smooth.
Step 6
In a 9x13-inch dish, spread half of the angel food cake pieces evenly in the bottom.
Step 7
Spread half of the cream cheese mixture over the cake pieces, using a spatula to smooth it out.
Step 8
Spoon and spread half of the cherry pie filling evenly over the cream cheese layer.
Step 9
Repeat the layers with the remaining cake pieces, cream cheese mixture, and cherry pie filling.
Step 10
Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or overnight) to allow the flavors to meld.
Step 11
Serve chilled and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (13480.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 18331.4 |
| Total Fat 269.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 115.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 39.1g | |
| Cholesterol 469.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 9319.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 3962.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 113.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 3393.4g | |
| Protein 119.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 136.1IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1823.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 136.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 10554.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories