Creamy Layered Cranberry Dessert No Bake
Indulge in the perfect blend of sweet and tangy with this Creamy Layered Cranberry Dessert, the ultimate no-bake treat for any occasion. With a buttery graham cracker crust as its base, this dessert features luscious layers of velvety cream cheese filling and a bright, zesty cranberry sauce infused with orange zest. Topped with a light and airy whipped topping, this sliceable dessert is as beautiful as it is delicious. Ready in just 25 minutes of prep and requiring no oven time, it’s an effortless yet impressive make-ahead dish—ideal for holiday gatherings, potlucks, or a festive weeknight indulgence. Get ready to wow your guests with this creamy, fruity, and utterly irresistible dessert!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups whipped topping (such as Cool Whip), thawed
- 1.5 cups cranberry sauce (homemade or canned)
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
Instructions
Prepare the crust: In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated and the mixture feels like wet sand.
Press the crust mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9x13-inch dish, ensuring a smooth, even layer. Place the dish in the refrigerator to set while you prepare the filling.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla extract using an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
Gently fold in 2 cups of whipped topping using a spatula until fully combined and fluffy.
Spread half of the cream cheese mixture evenly over the chilled graham cracker crust, smoothing it out with a spatula.
In a separate bowl, mix the cranberry sauce with the orange zest until well incorporated.
Gently spread the cranberry mixture over the cream cheese layer, ensuring even coverage.
Top the cranberry layer with the remaining cream cheese mixture, spreading it carefully to create a smooth top layer.
Refrigerate the dessert for at least 4 hours, or overnight, to allow it to set completely.
Before serving, garnish with additional whipped topping, fresh cranberries, or a sprinkle of orange zest if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
400 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.2 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.0 g | 70% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 63 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 234 mg | 10% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.9 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.6 g | ||
| Protein | 3.8 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 48 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 84 mg | 2% | |
*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.
