Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling
- 1 cup whipped cream or whipped topping
Instructions:
- In a medium-sized bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9×9-inch or similar-sized baking dish to create the crust.
- In another bowl, mix together the powdered sugar, softened cream cheese, and vanilla extract until smooth. Spread this cream cheese mixture over the graham cracker crust.
- Carefully spread the cherry pie filling over the cream cheese layer.
- Top the dessert with whipped cream or whipped topping, spreading it evenly over the cherry layer.
- Refrigerate the Cherry Delight for at least a few hours or overnight to allow it to set.
- Before serving, you can optionally garnish with additional graham cracker crumbs or fresh cherries.
This Cherry Delight recipe is a delightful combination of sweet and creamy layers with the fruity goodness of cherries. Feel free to get creative and add your own twists or variations to suit your taste preferences.
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