Merry Cherry Holiday Dessert
Delight your holiday guests with the irresistible Merry Cherry Holiday Dessert—an effortlessly elegant no-bake treat that perfectly captures the spirit of the season! Featuring a buttery graham cracker crust layered with a luscious cream cheese and whipped cream filling, this dessert is crowned with vibrant cherry pie filling for a burst of festive flavor and color. With just 30 minutes of prep and no oven required, this make-ahead recipe is an ideal choice for stress-free entertaining. Perfectly creamy, sweet, and tangy, it’s a showstopping centerpiece for your holiday table that’s as easy to prepare as it is to devour. Serve chilled for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing dessert that will have everyone coming back for seconds! Keywords: no-bake dessert, cherry holiday dessert, graham cracker crust, festive dessert recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 whole crackers graham crackers
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1.5 cups heavy whipping cream
- 21 oz cherry pie filling
- 0.25 cup butter (melted)
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
Instructions
Crush the graham crackers into fine crumbs using a food processor or by placing them in a sealed bag and using a rolling pin.
Mix the crushed graham crackers with the melted butter and granulated sugar until evenly combined.
Press the graham cracker mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9x9-inch square baking dish to form the crust. Place in the refrigerator to chill while preparing the filling.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and powdered sugar together until smooth and creamy.
Add the vanilla extract and mix well.
In a separate bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form. Carefully fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined.
Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the chilled graham cracker crust.
Top the creamy layer with the canned cherry pie filling, spreading it evenly across the surface.
Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours (preferably overnight) to allow the layers to set.
Slice into squares and serve chilled. Optionally, garnish with extra whipped cream or fresh cherries for a festive touch!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4587 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 287.3 g | 368% | |
| Saturated Fat | 154.4 g | 772% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 18.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 718 mg | 239% | |
| Sodium | 1846 mg | 80% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 457.9 g | 167% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.1 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 371.0 g | ||
| Protein | 26.1 g | 52% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 336 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 10.7 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 940 mg | 20% | |
*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.
