Cherry Carnival
Indulge in the delightful layers of flavor and texture with "Cherry Carnival," a no-bake dessert that’s as show-stopping as its name! Featuring a buttery graham cracker crust, a lush cream cheese and whipped cream filling, and a glistening layer of sweet-tart cherry pie filling, this easy-to-make treat is perfect for any occasion. With just 20 minutes of prep time and an overnight chill, it’s a stress-free yet stunning dessert that promises to impress. Garnish with fresh cherries for an extra pop of color and flavor, and serve up this creamy, fruity delight to make every bite a celebration. Perfect for summer gatherings, potlucks, or just satisfying your sweet tooth, “Cherry Carnival” is your go-to recipe for a crowd-pleasing dessert.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Graham cracker crumbs
- 1 cup Unsalted butter, melted
- 8 oz Cream cheese, softened
- 0.75 cup Sugar
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Heavy whipping cream
- 2 tbsp Powdered sugar
- 1 can Cherry pie filling
- 10 pieces Fresh cherries (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Prepare the crust by combining the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a medium bowl. Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated and the texture is like wet sand.
Press the graham cracker mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9x9-inch square baking dish to form an even crust layer. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar together with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture and mix until just combined.
In a separate bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream and powdered sugar together using an electric mixer on high speed until stiff peaks form, about 3-4 minutes.
Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully incorporated, being careful not to deflate the whipped cream.
Spread the cream cheese and whipped cream mixture evenly over the graham cracker crust.
Spoon the cherry pie filling over the cream cheese layer, spreading it out evenly.
Cover and refrigerate the dessert for at least 4 hours, or overnight, to allow it to set.
Before serving, garnish with fresh cherries (optional) for a decorative touch.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5795 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 381.5 g | 489% | |
| Saturated Fat | 224.3 g | 1122% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1008 mg | 336% | |
| Sodium | 2585 mg | 112% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 550.3 g | 200% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.5 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 393.6 g | ||
| Protein | 36.9 g | 74% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 466 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 16.1 mg | 89% | |
| Potassium | 1324 mg | 28% | |
*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.
