Opal's Cherry Delight

Opal's Cherry Delight
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    0 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs 15 mins
  • SERVING
    9 People
  • VIEWS
    151

Indulge in the effortless elegance of Cherry Delight, a chilled cheesecake that marries the comforting crunch of graham crackers with a velvety cream cheese filling, all crowned with a luscious blanket of cherry pie filling. This no-bake dessert is a symphony of textures and flavors, perfect for a quick treat or a delightful finale to any meal.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    48 g
  • Cholesterol
    41 mg
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    3 g
  • Saturated Fat
    14 g
  • Sodium
    225 mg
  • Sugar
    30 g
  • Fat
    21 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 5 mins In a medium bowl, combine the finely crushed graham crackers, 1/2 cup of confectioners' sugar, and melted butter. Mix thoroughly until the crumbs are evenly moistened. (Prep time: 5 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9x9-inch baking pan to create a uniform crust. (Prep time: 5 minutes)

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Recipe View 10 mins In a separate, large bowl, whisk together the softened cream cheese, thawed whipped topping, and 1 cup of confectioners' sugar until the mixture is smooth, light, and airy. Ensure there are no lumps. (Prep time: 10 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins Gently spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the prepared graham cracker crust. (Prep time: 5 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins Carefully pour the cherry pie filling over the cream cheese layer, spreading it out to cover the entire surface. (Prep time: 5 minutes)

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Recipe View 1 hrs Cover the pan with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until the cheesecake is firm and set. This allows the flavors to meld together beautifully. (Refrigeration time: 60+ minutes)

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Recipe View Once chilled, cut into squares and serve. Enjoy the delightful combination of creamy cheesecake and sweet cherry topping!

For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a teaspoon of vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture.
To prevent the graham cracker crust from becoming soggy, you can lightly brush it with melted white chocolate before adding the cream cheese layer.
Feel free to experiment with different pie fillings, such as blueberry or strawberry, to customize your Cherry Delight.
If you're short on time, you can use a pre-made graham cracker crust.

Leonor Mcdermott

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.7/ 5 ( 50 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Jerrell Deckow

    This recipe is a lifesaver! So easy to make and always a hit at parties.

  • Rodrigo Schaden

    I added a layer of chocolate shavings on top, and it was divine!

  • Billy Wehner

    My kids absolutely love this dessert. It's become a family favorite.

  • Alejandra Legros

    Simple, delicious, and no-bake? What's not to love!

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