This Classic Cherry Delight is so easy to make and never fails to impress. It comes together in just minutes and is made of three simple layers. If you want a dessert that’s not overly sweet yet delicious, this is it!
Ingredients:
CRUST
7 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs (about 9 whole crackers)
3 tablespoons granulated sugar
FILLING
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 container cool whip, 8 ounces
1 can cherry pie filling, 21 ounces
Instructions:
CRUST
Add the butter to a medium bowl. Microwave for 30 seconds or until melted. Add the graham cracker crumbs and sugar and mix well to combine. Pat the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of a sprayed 8 x 8 baking dish. Set aside.
FILLING
Add the cream cheese to a large bowl. Mix with a mixer until the cream cheese of smooth and free of any lumps. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla and mix well. Add the cool whip and mix until the cool whip and cream cheese are combined, but don’t overmix.
Spread the filling evenly over the graham cracker crust, using a spoon or offset spatula. Spoon the cherry pie filling over the top and carefully spread it evenly over the filling.
Classic Cherry Delight typically consists of several key ingredients:
- Cherries: Fresh or canned cherries are often used, contributing vitamins like Vitamin C and minerals like potassium.
- Cream Cheese: Provides protein, fat, and calcium.
- Whipped Cream or Cool Whip: Contributes to the creamy texture and adds sweetness. It contains sugar and fat.
- Graham Cracker Crust: Made from graham crackers and butter, which adds carbohydrates and fat.
Nutritional information can vary based on specific recipes and serving sizes, but here’s a general breakdown for a typical serving (1 slice or portion):
- Calories: Around 300-400 calories per serving.
- Fat: Approximately 20-30 grams, mostly from cream cheese, whipped cream, and the crust.
- Carbohydrates: Roughly 20-30 grams, mainly from the graham cracker crust and added sugars.
- Protein: About 3-5 grams, primarily from the cream cheese.
For precise nutritional values, it’s best to refer to a specific recipe or packaged product’s label. Adjustments can be made based on ingredient substitutions and portion sizes.