Cherry Delight (No-Bake Cherry Cheesecake Dessert)
A rich, creamy, and beautifully layered dessert with a buttery graham cracker crust, smooth cheesecake filling, and sweet cherry topping. Perfect for holidays, parties, or a simple anytime treat.
📝 Ingredients
For the Crust
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup melted butter
- ¼ cup sugar (optional, enhances flavor)
For the Cheesecake Layer
- 8 oz (1 block) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 oz whipped topping (Cool Whip) or 1 cup heavy cream whipped stiff
For the Cherry Topping
- 1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Make the Crust
- Combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar.
- Press firmly into the bottom of a baking dish (8×8 or 9×9 inch).
- Place in the refrigerator for 15 minutes to set.
- (This step ensures the crust becomes firm like in your photo.)
2. Prepare the Cheesecake Filling
- Beat softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Add powdered sugar and vanilla; beat again until creamy.
- Fold in whipped topping gently (or whipped heavy cream).
- Spread evenly over the chilled crust.
3. Add the Cherry Layer
- Spoon the cherry pie filling evenly on top.
- Use the back of the spoon to gently smooth it without pressing into the cream layer.
4. Chill the Dessert
Refrigerate for at least 3–4 hours, or overnight for best results.
This firms up the layers and gives that clean cut like the one shown.
✨ Tips for Best Results
- Use full-fat cream cheese for the creamiest middle layer.
- Chill longer for perfectly defined layers.
- Try adding a dash of lemon juice to the cheesecake layer for extra zing.
- Swap cherries for blueberry, strawberry, or peach topping if desired.
🍽 Serving
Cut into squares and serve chilled. Each bite delivers:
✔ buttery crumb base
✔ light creamy cheesecake filling
✔ sweet, glossy cherry topping
Exactly like the delicious dessert shown in your image!