Ingredients
– 1 ½ cups crushed graham crackers
– ½ cup granulated sugar
– ⅓ cup unsalted butter, melted
– 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
– 1 cup powdered sugar
– 1 cup cool whipped topping
– 1 can cherry pie filling (21 oz)
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– ½ teaspoon almond extract (optional)
Instructions
Making Classic Cherry Delight can be a fun and rewarding process! Follow these steps for a delightful result:
1. Prepare the Crust: In a mixing bowl, combine the crushed graham crackers, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until the texture resembles wet sand.
2. Form the Base: Press this mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9×9 inch baking dish. Ensure it is compacted well.
3. Beat Cream Cheese: In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth.
4. Add Sugars and Extracts: Mix in the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and almond extract until well combined and creamy.
5. Fold in Whipped Topping: Gently fold in the cool whipped topping until there are no white streaks visible. The mixture should be light and airy.
6. Spread the Cream Cheese Mixture: Pour the cream cheese filling over the prepared crust, spreading it evenly.
7. Chill: Cover the baking dish with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to let the layers set.
8. Top with Cherry Filling: After chilling, remove the dish from the refrigerator and pour the cherry pie filling over the top, spreading it evenly.
9. Serve: Slice into squares and serve chilled for the best experience.
By following this simple recipe, you’ll have a mouthwatering Classic Cherry Delight that everyone will love!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9-12 squares
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 2g