Fresh Cherry Layered Dessert
Indulge in the luscious layers of this Fresh Cherry Layered Dessert, a no-bake treat that’s as stunning as it is delicious. Featuring a buttery graham cracker crust, velvety cheesecake mousse, and a vibrant homemade cherry filling made with fresh, juicy cherries, this dessert is a true celebration of summer flavors. Each layer is carefully crafted to deliver the perfect balance of creamy, fruity, and crunchy textures. Topped with a sprinkle of graham cracker crumbs for added charm, this dessert is easy to prepare and sure to impress at any gathering. With minimal cooking time and a gorgeous layered presentation, it’s the perfect make-ahead dessert for warm-weather entertaining or simply treating yourself to something special.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups Fresh cherries
- 3 tablespoons Sugar
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 1.5 cups Graham cracker crumbs
- 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
- 8 ounces Cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Heavy whipping cream, chilled
Instructions
Start by preparing the cherry filling. Pit and slice the cherries. In a medium saucepan, combine the cherries, sugar, cornstarch, and water. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the mixture thickens and the cherries soften, about 8-10 minutes. Allow the mixture to cool completely.
While the cherry filling cools, make the graham cracker crust. In a medium bowl, stir together the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until evenly combined.
Press about two-thirds of the graham cracker mixture into the bottom of a 9x9-inch baking dish or individual serving glasses to form the base layer. Save the remaining third for topping.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, and mix until fully combined.
In another bowl, whip the chilled heavy whipping cream to stiff peaks. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until smooth and fluffy. This will be your cheesecake layer.
Layer the dessert in the following order: Spread half of the cheesecake mixture over the graham cracker base, followed by half of the cherry filling. Repeat with the remaining cheesecake mixture and cherry filling.
Sprinkle the reserved graham cracker crumbs on top of the final layer for a nice finish.
Chill the dessert in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the layers to set properly.
Serve cold, and enjoy your Fresh Cherry Layered Dessert!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3927 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 253.9 g | 326% | |
| Saturated Fat | 151.3 g | 756% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 704 mg | 235% | |
| Sodium | 1906 mg | 83% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 391.3 g | 142% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.6 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 267.9 g | ||
| Protein | 37.1 g | 74% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 550 mg | 42% | |
| Iron | 8.6 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 1525 mg | 32% | |
*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.
