Merry Cherry Holiday Dessert

Delight your holiday guests with the irresistible Merry Cherry Holiday Dessert—an effortlessly elegant no-bake treat that perfectly captures the spirit of the season! Featuring a buttery graham cracker crust layered with a luscious cream cheese and whipped cream filling, this dessert is crowned with vibrant cherry pie filling for a burst of festive flavor and color. With just 30 minutes of prep and no oven required, this make-ahead recipe is an ideal choice for stress-free entertaining. Perfectly creamy, sweet, and tangy, it’s a showstopping centerpiece for your holiday table that’s as easy to prepare as it is to devour. Serve chilled for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing dessert that will have everyone coming back for seconds! Keywords: no-bake dessert, cherry holiday dessert, graham cracker crust, festive dessert recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 40/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 12 whole crackers graham crackers
• 8 oz cream cheese
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1.5 cups heavy whipping cream
• 21 oz cherry pie filling
• 0.25 cup butter (melted)
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar

Directions

Step 1

Crush the graham crackers into fine crumbs using a food processor or by placing them in a sealed bag and using a rolling pin.

Step 2

Mix the crushed graham crackers with the melted butter and granulated sugar until evenly combined.

Step 3

Press the graham cracker mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9x9-inch square baking dish to form the crust. Place in the refrigerator to chill while preparing the filling.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and powdered sugar together until smooth and creamy.

Step 5

Add the vanilla extract and mix well.

Step 6

In a separate bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form. Carefully fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined.

Step 7

Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the chilled graham cracker crust.

Step 8

Top the creamy layer with the canned cherry pie filling, spreading it evenly across the surface.

Step 9

Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours (preferably overnight) to allow the layers to set.

Step 10

Slice into squares and serve chilled. Optionally, garnish with extra whipped cream or fresh cherries for a festive touch!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1570.3 grams (1570.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4587

Total Fat 287.30g	368%
Saturated Fat 154.40g	772%
Polyunsaturated Fat 18.50g
Cholesterol 718mg	239%
Sodium 1846mg	80%
Total Carbohydrate 457.90g	167%
Dietary Fiber 8.10g	29%
Total Sugars 371.00g
Protein 26.10g	52%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 336mg	26%
Iron 11mg	59%
Potassium 940mg	20%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.2%

Protein: 2.3%

Carbs: 40.5%