Door County Cherry Dessert

Indulge in a slice of Midwestern charm with this Door County Cherry Dessert, a luscious no-bake treat that combines a buttery, golden crust, a velvety cream cheese layer, and the sweet-tart flavor of premium Door County cherry pie filling. Ready in just 20 minutes of prep time, this crowd-pleasing dessert is elevated with a hint of vanilla and an optional sprinkle of crushed pecans for added crunch. Perfect for potlucks, holidays, or summer gatherings, this creamy, fruit-forward dessert delivers a balance of textures and flavors that will leave everyone craving more. Effortless to prepare and utterly delicious, this cherry delight is best served chilled for maximum enjoyment!

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup butter
• 0.25 cup powdered sugar
• 8 oz cream cheese
• 0.5 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 8 oz whipped topping (thawed)
• 21 oz Door County cherry pie filling
• 0.5 cup crushed pecans (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

In a medium bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, powdered sugar, and butter. Use a pastry cutter or your hands to mix until crumbly.

Step 3

Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9x9-inch baking dish to form the crust.

Step 4

Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until lightly golden brown. Let the crust cool completely before proceeding.

Step 5

In a large bowl, beat together the cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.

Step 6

Gently fold in the whipped topping until well combined.

Step 7

Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cooled crust, creating an even layer.

Step 8

Spoon the Door County cherry pie filling over the cream cheese layer, spreading it out gently with the back of a spoon.

Step 9

If desired, sprinkle the crushed pecans over the top for added crunch and flavor.

Step 10

Refrigerate the dessert for at least 2 hours, or until chilled and set.

Step 11

Cut into squares and serve chilled. Enjoy the delightful flavors of tart cherries and creamy layers!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1471.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4132.4

Total Fat 238.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 123.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.2g
Cholesterol 492.3mg	0%
Sodium 1406.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 475.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.2g	0%
Total Sugars 326.4g
Protein 33.3g	0%

Vitamin D 17.9IU	0%
Calcium 330.5mg	0%
Iron 8.5mg	0%
Potassium 1038.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.3%

Protein: 3.2%

Carbs: 45.5%