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Cherry Delight dessert slice with graham cracker crust, creamy filling, and cherry topping on a plate

Cherry Delight: The Best No-Bake Summer Dessert


  • Author: Kai
  • Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 12 squares 1x

Description

This no-bake cherry dessert is a chilled classic with a buttery graham cracker crust, velvety cream cheese filling, and juicy cherry pie topping—perfect for summer gatherings, and oh-so-easy to love!


Ingredients

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  • 3 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 7 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 (8 oz) tub Cool Whip, thawed
  • 2 (21 oz) cans of cherry pie filling

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, brown sugar, and melted butter. Press into a 9×13-inch baking dish and freeze for 15 minutes to set.
  2. Beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
  3. Fold in Cool Whip gently until fully combined and fluffy.
  4. Spread the filling over the chilled crust evenly.
  5. Spoon cherry pie filling over the top. Chill in the fridge for at least 4 hours before serving.

Notes

Let it chill overnight for the best flavor. Use homemade cherry filling for an elevated twist!

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 square
  • Calories: 281
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 170mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Carbohydrates: 34g
  • Protein: 3g

Keywords: cherry delight, no-bake dessert, summer dessert, cream cheese cherry dessert