Cherry Delight
Alright, friends, let’s dive into a sweet little slice of joy — the Cherry Delight. It’s got this playful balance of smooth, creamy layers and a bright cherry zing that just works. This isn’t just any dessert; it’s kind of magic because it’s way easier than it looks and pretty much feels like a hug in food form. Trust me, you’ll want to try this one!
Okay, I’m just gonna say it — when I first made Cherry Delight, I fully expected my crew to just politely nibble and move on. But nope, they devoured it like it was giving away secrets. My husband said it’s his new dessert muse. We joke it’s no longer allowed to be on the “only for special occasions” list because, let’s be real, every Tuesday needs a hero too, right? This has turned into a must-have repeat offender in our dessert rotation.
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Why You’ll Love This Cherry Delight
1. It’s, like, crazy easy to make even on those Mondays when your brain forgets it’s on.
2. The combo of cream cheese and cherries is almost too perfect. It’s like dessert meant to keep you humble.
3. Not gonna lie, it’s a crowd favorite. Host a dinner, bring this, and get ready to be crowned the dessert royalty.
4. It’s kid-approved, and by “kid,” I mean my entire family.
How to Make It
Okay, here’s what we’re doing: grab your best mixing bowl and pretend you’re on one of those shows, except without the panic. First, you’re smashing up some graham crackers — let those daydreams of quitting your job fuel your smashing. Blend it with melted butter until it feels like wet sand and press it into your pan. Easy enough?
Next, get a bit fancy. Blend your cream cheese — and try not to think too hard about the calories yet, we’ll worry later — with powdered sugar and vanilla. Fold whipped topping into this dreamy situation until it’s smooth like a jazz playlist.
Now, spread that fluffy goodness over your crumbly base. Top with cherry pie filling. Oof, I might have scooped… okay, poured a little extra.
Refrigerate. Just let it vibe for a while, at least a couple of hours. Then you unleash it at your next family gathering like the rockstar you are.
Ingredient Notes
– Graham Crackers: These are your foundation, babyyy! Crush ’em like your dreams of being a professional wrestler.
– Cream Cheese: It’s the lush layer. Softened, please — or else it’s like wrestling the Hulk.
– Cherry Pie Filling: It’s like the cherry on top. Ha! Get it? Anyway, canned works, but fresh if you’re feeling fancy.
Recipe Steps:
1. Smash graham crackers, mix with butter, and press into a pan.
2. Blend cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla.
3. Fold in whipped topping and spread over the crust.
4. Spoon over cherry pie filling and refrigerate.
What to Serve It With
Tips & Mistakes
Balance it with black coffee or maybe drizzle a chocolate sauce over your slice if you’re feeling extra. Skip step three? I mean, it’s not ideal, but I’ve been there, haha!
Storage Tips
Pop any leftovers in a tight-lidded container and keep it cool in the fridge. Buuuuut let’s be real — it won’t last long enough to need storing advice. Alone at midnight fridge runs are totally acceptable.
Variations and Substitutions
Mix it up — use chocolate graham crackers or throw in some fresh strawberries if you’re short on cherries. No whipped topping? Yep, tried Greek yogurt once. Living on the edge, my friend.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Cherry Delight
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups Fresh cherries
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter melted
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 0.25 tsp Salt
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt.
- Stir in the melted butter and vanilla extract until the mixture forms a crumbly dough.
- Press the dough into the bottom of a greased baking dish.
- Spread the fresh cherries evenly over the crust.
- Bake for 35 to 40 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
- Allow to cool before serving.
Notes
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