Merry Cherry Holiday Dessert
Delight your holiday guests with the irresistible Merry Cherry Holiday Dessert—an effortlessly elegant no-bake treat that perfectly captures the spirit of the season! Featuring a buttery graham cracker crust layered with a luscious cream cheese and whipped cream filling, this dessert is crowned with vibrant cherry pie filling for a burst of festive flavor and color. With just 30 minutes of prep and no oven required, this make-ahead recipe is an ideal choice for stress-free entertaining. Perfectly creamy, sweet, and tangy, it’s a showstopping centerpiece for your holiday table that’s as easy to prepare as it is to devour. Serve chilled for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing dessert that will have everyone coming back for seconds! Keywords: no-bake dessert, cherry holiday dessert, graham cracker crust, festive dessert recipe.
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Ingredients
- 12 whole crackers graham crackers
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1.5 cups heavy whipping cream
- 21 oz cherry pie filling
- 0.25 cup butter (melted)
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
Directions
Step 1
Crush the graham crackers into fine crumbs using a food processor or by placing them in a sealed bag and using a rolling pin.
Step 2
Mix the crushed graham crackers with the melted butter and granulated sugar until evenly combined.
Step 3
Press the graham cracker mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9x9-inch square baking dish to form the crust. Place in the refrigerator to chill while preparing the filling.
Step 4
In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and powdered sugar together until smooth and creamy.
Step 5
Add the vanilla extract and mix well.
Step 6
In a separate bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form. Carefully fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined.
Step 7
Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the chilled graham cracker crust.
Step 8
Top the creamy layer with the canned cherry pie filling, spreading it evenly across the surface.
Step 9
Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours (preferably overnight) to allow the layers to set.
Step 10
Slice into squares and serve chilled. Optionally, garnish with extra whipped cream or fresh cherries for a festive touch!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1570.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4587.1 |
| Total Fat 287.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 154.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 18.5g | |
| Cholesterol 717.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1845.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 457.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 371.0g | |
| Protein 26.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 336.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 939.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories