Ritz Cracker Cherry Dessert No Bake
Indulge in the perfect balance of sweet and salty with this irresistible Ritz Cracker Cherry Dessert—an easy, no-bake treat that's ready in just 20 minutes! This dessert starts with a buttery, crunchy Ritz cracker crust that pairs beautifully with a fluffy, cream cheese and whipped cream filling. Topped with vibrant cherry pie filling and a sprinkle of crushed Ritz crackers for added crunch, every bite is a delightful contrast of flavors and textures. Ideal for summer gatherings, potlucks, or a quick weeknight dessert, this no-bake cherry delight satisfies sweet cravings without ever turning on the oven. Serve it chilled for a refreshingly luscious dessert that will have everyone coming back for seconds! Keywords: no-bake dessert, Ritz cracker cherry dessert, easy cherry dessert recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 50 Ritz crackers
- 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 8 ounces Cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 21 ounces Cherry pie filling
Instructions
Crush 40 Ritz crackers into fine crumbs and set them aside.
Melt the butter in a microwave-safe bowl or on the stove, and mix it with the crushed crackers until the crumbs are evenly coated.
Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9x9-inch pan to form the crust. Chill in the fridge while preparing the filling.
In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar together until smooth.
Add the vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture and blend until combined.
In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream using an electric mixer until stiff peaks form.
Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture to create a light and airy filling.
Spread the filling evenly over the chilled crust.
Spread the cherry pie filling over the cream layer, evenly distributing the cherries.
Top the dessert with the remaining Ritz crackers, crushed into small pieces for a crunchy topping.
Refrigerate the dessert for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow it to set.
Slice into squares and serve chilled.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7169 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 447.7 g | 574% | |
| Saturated Fat | 185.6 g | 928% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 677 mg | 226% | |
| Sodium | 7469 mg | 325% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 772.3 g | 281% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.4 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 321.7 g | ||
| Protein | 65.6 g | 131% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 300 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 40.1 mg | 223% | |
| Potassium | 709 mg | 15% | |
*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.
