Easy Cherry Delight Dessert

Introduction

Creamy, refreshing, and bursting with sweet cherry flavor — Easy Cherry Delight Dessert is the perfect no‑bake treat for any occasion. With a buttery graham cracker crust, silky cream cheese filling, and luscious cherry pie topping, this dessert comes together in minutes and always impresses.

Ingredients List

For the Crust:

  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/2 cup melted butter
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar

For the Filling:

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 (8 oz) tub Cool Whip or whipped topping

For the Topping:

  • 1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling

Timing

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Chill Time: 3 hours
  • Total Time: 3 hours 15 minutes

Instructions

Step 1: Make the Crust
In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press firmly into an 8×8 or 9×9 dish. Chill while preparing the filling.

Step 2: Prepare the Cream Cheese Layer
Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Fold in Cool Whip gently until fully combined.

Step 3: Assemble the Dessert
Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the chilled crust.

Step 4: Add the Cherry Topping
Spoon cherry pie filling over the top, spreading evenly.

Step 5: Chill and Serve
Refrigerate for at least 3 hours before slicing to set.

Nutrition (Est. per serving, serves 9)

  • Calories: 340
  • Protein: 3g
  • Carbs: 36g
  • Fat: 20g
  • Sugar: 25g

Tips

  • Use homemade whipped cream if you prefer — just whip 1 cup heavy cream with 2 tbsp powdered sugar.
  • For extra crunch, add 1/4 cup chopped pecans to the crust.
  • Swap cherry filling for blueberry, strawberry, or peach.

Storage

  • Refrigerate for up to 4 days.
  • Do not freeze — the texture becomes watery.

Conclusion

This Easy Cherry Delight Dessert is simple, creamy, and irresistibly delicious. Perfect for potlucks, holidays, or whenever you need a fuss-free sweet treat.


Easy Cherry Delight Dessert

Recipe by Sara
Servings

4

servings
Prep time

30

minutes
Cooking time

40

minutes
Calories

300

kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs

  • 1/2 cup melted butter

  • 1/4 cup sugar

  • 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened

  • 1 cup powdered sugar

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • 1 container (8 oz / 225 g) whipped topping

  • 1 can cherry pie filling

Directions

  • In a bowl, mix graham crumbs, melted butter, and sugar.
  • Press firmly into an 8×8 or 9×9 dish to form the crust.
  • In another bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
  • Fold in the whipped topping gently.
  • Spread the cream cheese mixture over the crust.
  • Spoon cherry pie filling evenly on top.
  • Refrigerate at least 2–4 hours or until fully set.
  • Slice and serve chilled.